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Which of the following ion is required by the ribosomes?(a) H^+(b) Mg^2+(c) Mn^2+(d) Ca^2+I have been asked this question during an interview.I want to ask this question from Cell Nutrients topic in section An Overview of Biological Basics & Enzymes of Bioprocess Engineering

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Right answer is (B) Mg^2+

Easiest explanation: Magnesium, SERVES as a structural component and is involved as a cofactor in many ENZYMATIC reactions. Magnesium is a component of the CHLOROPHYLL structure. Magnesium is required to maintain ribosome integrity. Ribosomes SPECIFICALLY require Mg^2+ ions.



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