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Copper is associated with mitochondria' enzymes. |
A. | Cytochrome oxidase |
B. | Succinic dehydrogenase |
C. | Catalase |
D. | Acid phosphatase |
Answer» A. Cytochrome oxidase | |
Explanation: Copper is involved in normalized function of many enzymes, such as cytochrome oxidase, which is complex IV in mitochondrial electron transport chain, ceruloplasmin, Cu/Zn superoxide dismutase, and in amine oxidases. These enzymes catalyze reactions for oxidative phosphorylation, iron transportation, antioxidant and free radical scavenging and neutralization, and neurotransmitter synthesis, respectively. |
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