Q. Consider the following statements with respect to Cathepsin B:
1.It is a type of enzyme that breaks down proteins.
2.It is primarily located within nucleus.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation: Only Statement 1 is correct
Statement 1 is correct: Cathepsin B is a cysteine protease, a type of enzyme that breaks down proteins.
Statement 2 is incorrect: It is primarily located within lysosomes, the cell’s “garbage disposal” compartments.
Source: TH
