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A coenzyme is...

A coenzyme is

A

Organic non-proteinaceous group that is essential for enzyme activity

B

Organic or inorganic group that is essential for enzyme activity

C

Same enzyme found in different organs or tissues

D

One that shares function o another enzyme

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(A) A coenzyme is organic no-proteinaceous group that is essential for enzyme activity.
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