What are the Different Types of Carbonic Anhydrases?
There are several isozymes of carbonic anhydrases, classified into different families based on their structure and sequence similarity. The most well-studied families include:
α-Carbonic Anhydrases: Found in mammals, including humans. β-Carbonic Anhydrases: Present in plants, bacteria, and algae. γ-Carbonic Anhydrases: Found in archaea and some bacteria.
Each family exhibits unique structural characteristics and catalytic properties, adapted to their specific biological roles.
