Phosphatases

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Description

Phosphatases are a group of Hydrolase Enzymes involved in the liberation of inorganic Phosphate from Phosphoric Esters.

 

Biological Function of Phosphatases

Digestive System

 Phosphatases catalyze the hydrolysis of Phosphoric Acid in Phosphorus-containing molecules.

 Phosphatases transport Phosphorus through the body.

 

Types/Groups of Phosphatases

 Acid Phosphatase

 Alkaline Phosphatase

 Glucose-6-Phosphatase

 Nucleotidases

 Phytase

 

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