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Which of the following is function of Molybdenum?

Options

  1. AActivates carboxylase enzyme
  2. BRequired for uptake and utilisation of Ca ²⁺
  3. CActivates enzyme in the nitrogen metabolism
  4. DActivates enzyme in phosphate metabolism

Correct answer

C. Activates enzyme in the nitrogen metabolism

Step-by-step solution

Molybdenum is a micronutrient that acts as a component of several enzymes, including nitrogenase and nitrate reductase. Both of these enzymes participate in nitrogen metabolism. Zinc activates carboxylase enzymes. Boron is required for the uptake and utilisation of Ca ²⁺ . Answer: Activates enzyme in the nitrogen metabolism

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