The role of Zn2+ in catalysis is usually to:a. Stabilize a (-) charge in the transition stateO b. Act as a nucleophileOc. Act as a baseOd. Destabilize a (-) charge in the transition state

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The role of Zn2+ in catalysis is usually to: a. Stabilize a (-) charge in the transition state Ob. Act as a nucleophile Act as a base Od. Destabilize a (-) charge in the transition state C.