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A-LevelBiologyEnzymes9700/12 · Feb/Mar 2023 · Q141 Mark

Which statement describes an example of an extracellular enzyme?

AAmylase in saliva is an enzyme that catalyses the breakdown of starch in the mouth.
BCarbonic anhydrase is an enzyme that helps in the transport of carbon dioxide in blood.
CDNA polymerase is an enzyme that helps build DNA molecules from nucleotides.
DRNA polymerase is an enzyme involved in the process of gene transcription.

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A: Amylase in saliva is an enzyme that catalyses the breakdown of starch in the mouth.

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Enzymes, A-Level Biology (syllabus 9700). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Biology, Feb/Mar 2023 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 14.

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