Chapter 21, Problem 21.38EP

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: Among the given pairs, the enzyme which would be more limited in its catalytic scope has to be predicted.

Concept introduction: Linkage specificity involves the catalysis of particular type of chemical bond.  Absolute specificity means catalysis of only one reaction by an enzyme.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: Among the given pairs, the enzyme which would be more limited in its catalytic scope has to be predicted.

Concept introduction: Group specificity involves catalysis of molecules which contains specific functional groups.  Stereochemical specificity involves the catalysis of a particular stereoisomer.