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Which of the following element is used up in phosphorylation

A

Calcium and sulfur

B

Chlorine and manganese

C

Iron and phosphorous

D

Magnesium and phosphate

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The correct Answer is:
D
Phosphorus is required for all phosphorylation reaction. ATP contains energy-rich phosphate bonds. Magnesium ions are crucial for the formation of the transition state of phosphoryl transfer reaction.
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