Question

Papain enzyme is a

• A. Oxidoreductase
• B. Hydrolase
• C. Isomerase
• D. Ligase

Hint:

Proteolytic enzymes (Papain, Pepsin) = Hydrolases.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Concept
Papain is a proteolytic enzyme obtained from the latex of the unripe fruit of Carica papaya.

Step 2: Meaning
Hydrolases are enzymes that catalyze the cleavage of chemical bonds (like peptide bonds) through the addition of water (hydrolysis).

Step 3: Analysis
Since papain breaks down proteins into smaller peptides or amino acids by hydrolyzing peptide bonds, it belongs to the class of hydrolases.

Step 4: Conclusion
Papain is functionally and chemically classified as a hydrolase.

Final Answer: (B)