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  4. Consider the following two statements and select the correct option. Assertion: Catalase and peroxidase catalyse the breakdown of H2O to H2O2 and O2 Reason:Haem is the coenzyme and it is a part of the active site of the enzyme catalase and peroxidase.

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Q. Consider the following two statements and select the correct option.
Assertion: Catalase and peroxidase catalyse the breakdown of $H_2O$ to $H_2O_2$ and $O_2$
Reason:Haem is the coenzyme and it is a part of the active site of the enzyme catalase and peroxidase.

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Solution:

• Catalase and peroxidase catalyse the breakdown of $H_2O_2$ to $H_2O$ and $O_2$.
• Haem is the prosthetic group and it is a part of the active site of the enzyme catalase and peroxidase.