Practice mode Enzymes

Metal ions such as Zn²⁺ in carbonic anhydrase act as ____.

Correct answer A. activators (inorganic cofactors)

Explanation

Inorganic ions that help an enzyme bind its substrate or catalyse the reaction are activators; zinc is essential for carbonic anhydrase activity.

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