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For its activity, carboxypeptidase requires
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- zinc
- iron
- niacin
- copper
Correct Option: A
Carboxypeptidase is an exopeptidase enzyme secreted by the pancreas that acts only on the peptide linkage of a terminal
amino acid containing a free carboxyl group. Zinc is a cofactor for carboxypeptidase. In Digestion of carboxypeptidase, requires zinc for its protein degrading action.