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Which of the following minerals activate...

Which of the following minerals activate the enzymes involved in respiration?

A

Nitrogen and phosphorus

B

Magnesium and manganese

C

Potassium and calcium

D

Sulfur and iron

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The correct Answer is:
B
Manganese acts as a cofactor for various enzymes such as decarboxylase and dehydrogenates which play a critical role in the respiratory carbon cycle. Magnesium ion is also involved as an activator for numerous critical enzymes such as hexokinase, Pyruvate dehydrogenase etc. involved in glycolysis.
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