Concept:Proteins are classified by their hydrolysis products into simple, conjugated, and derived proteins.
Formula:$$ \text{Conjugated Protein} \xrightarrow{\text{Hydrolysis}} \text{Amino Acids} + \text{Prosthetic Group} $$
Solution:- A conjugated protein is a complex protein consisting of an amino acid chain (the apoprotein) attached to a non-protein part called a prosthetic group.
- Upon complete hydrolysis, it yields both the constituent amino acids and the free prosthetic group (e.g., a lipid, carbohydrate, or metal ion).
Why other options are incorrect:Simple proteins (like albumins) yield
only amino acids upon hydrolysis. Derived proteins are partially degraded proteins. 'Conjugated simple protein' is a contradictory, non-standard term.
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