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In the lungs, an enzyme breaks down carbonic acid (H2CO3) into water and carbon dioxide that is released with the air. What enzyme catalyzes this reaction?

Answer options

  1. Cytochrome
  2. Peroxidase
  3. Cytochrome oxidase
  4. Carbonic anhydrase
  5. Catalase
Correct answer

Carbonic anhydrase

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