What is the primary role of the mineral Molybdenum in the human body?

A Antioxidant function
B Cofactor for enzymes ✓
C Hormone regulation
D Bone mineralization

Explanation

Molybdenum acts as a cofactor for several enzymes, including sulfite oxidase, xanthine oxidase, and aldehyde oxidase, which are involved in various metabolic processes.

Mnemonic

Mo = Molecular helper

Source

National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Minerals and Trace Elements Nutrition and Biochemistry Molybdenum Medium MEDICAL Confidence: high