An example of irreversible inhibition is the action of nerve gas poisons on

Lipase

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Acetylcholinesterase

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Amylase

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The correct option is B Acetylcholinesterase
Acetylcholine is an important neurotransmitter substance. It is acted upon by the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. Nerve gas poisons or nerve agents refers to various poisonous compounds, dispersed in vapor or aerosol form, that interfere with the functioning of nerves by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase.

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