The following metal ion activates many enzymes, participates in the oxidation of glucose to produce ATP and with Na, is…

11 2020 The s-Block ElementsBiological Importance of Sodium and Potassium Easy
The following metal ion activates many enzymes, participates in the oxidation of glucose to produce ATP and with Na, is responsible for the transmission of nerve signals.
A Copper
B Calcium
C Potassium
D Iron

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Potassium ($K^+$) activates many enzymes, participates in the oxidation of glucose to produce ATP, and along with sodium is responsible for the transmission of nerve signals.

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