For its activity, carboxypertidase requires
Options
(a) zinc
(b) iron
(c) niacin
(d) copper
Correct Answer:
zinc
Explanation:
Carboxypeptidase is an exopeptidase enzyme secreted by the pancreas that acts only on the peptide linkage of a terminal amono acids containing a free carboxyl group. Zinc is a cofactor for carboxypeptidase. In digestion carboxypeptidase, requires zinc for its protein degarding action.