Which one of the following metal ionss is essential inside the cell for the metabolsim of `glucose//synthesis` of proteins:

Options

A. `Ca^(2+)`
B. `Mg^(2+)`
C. `Na^+`
D. `K^+`

Answer

B

Explanation

`K^+` and `Mg^(2+)`, both are important intracellular elements. Both play a key role in protein synthesis. However, in glucose metabolism, `Mg^(2+)` is more important as it involves in insulin secretion and utilization. Moreover, it is a cofactor for many enzymes involved in glucose metabolism.