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What cofactor is required for carbonic anhydrase to function as a catalyst?

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Carbonic anhydrase requires a zinc ion (Zn²+) as a cofactor to function as a catalyst.

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Carbonic anhydrase requires a zinc ion (Zn²+) as a cofactor to function as a catalyst.

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