Some Enzymes Require Trace Metals to Function as Cofactors

question 108

Multiple Choice

Some enzymes require trace metals to function as cofactors. What do the trace metals do?

• A)Trace metals are necessary for the transfer of uncharged chemical groups between substrates.
• B)Trace metals provide energy for the reaction.
• C)Trace metals must be present in the enzyme in order for the enzyme to bind substrate.
• D)Trace metals are necessary for the transfer of electrons between substrates.
• E)Trace metals covalently modulate the enzyme.

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