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For its activity carboxypeptidase requires:

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Iron
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Niacin
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Copper
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Zinc
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Solution

The correct option is D Zinc
Carboxypeptidase is an enzyme synthesized in the pancreas and secreted into the small intestine. This enzyme hydrolyzes the first peptide or amide bond at the carboxyl or C-terminal end of proteins and peptides. Zn2+ is required for the activity of carboxypeptidase.

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