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Metallic enzymes are biological catalysts that require metal ions, known as cofactors, for their catalytic activity, with about one-third of all enzymes utilizing metal ions. They are categorized into tightly bound metallic enzymes and loosely bound metal-activated enzymes, with examples including cytochrome oxidase and carbonic anhydrase. These enzymes play crucial roles in various biochemical reactions, including oxidation-reduction, transfer of groups, and hydrolysis.
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