Question

what is the function of carbonic anhydrase?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

The role of carbonic anhydrase  -- which is found in red blood cells -- is to catalyze a reaction that converts CO2 and water into carbonic acid. This then dissociates into protons and bicarbonate ions.

Answer 2

➣ AnSwer :-

⟹ Carbonic Anhydrase :-

• The carbonic anhydrases form a family of enzymes that catalyze the interconversion between carbon dioxide and water and the dissociated ions of carbonic acid.
• The active site of most carbonic anhydrases contains a zinc ion. They are therefore classified as metalloenzymes.

⟹ Function of Carbonic Anhydrase :-

• Carbonic anhydrase is abundantly distributed in renal tissue and functions, as in other epithelia, to catalyze the hydration-dehydration reaction of CO2.
• The proximal tubule is responsible for at least 80% of whole kidney bicarbonate transport and is mediated by proton secretion.