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The reaction rate of salivary amylase with starch decreases as the

concentration of chloride ions is reduced. Which of the following describe the role of the chloride ions?
(A) allosteric inhibitors
(B) cofactors
(C) coenzyme
(D) competitive inhibitor

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Answer:

(B) cofactors

Step-by-step explanation:

a substance (other than the substrate) whose presence is essential for the activity of an enzyme.

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