Which of the following substances are involved in production of free radicals?Select one:a. Alpha –tocopherol and beta caroteneb. Glutathione peroxidase and Catalasec. Ascorbate and Transferrind. Myeloperoxidase and phagocyte oxidaseClear my choice
Question
Which of the following substances are involved in production of free radicals?Select one:a. Alpha –tocopherol and beta caroteneb. Glutathione peroxidase and Catalasec. Ascorbate and Transferrind. Myeloperoxidase and phagocyte oxidaseClear my choice
Solution
The substances involved in the production of free radicals are Myeloperoxidase and phagocyte oxidase. So, the correct answer is d. Myeloperoxidase and phagocyte oxidase.
Here's why:
a. Alpha-tocopherol and beta-carotene are antioxidants, they help to neutralize free radicals, not produce them.
b. Glutathione peroxidase and Catalase are enzymes that help to neutralize free radicals, not produce them.
c. Ascorbate (Vitamin C) and Transferrin are also antioxidants, they help to neutralize free radicals, not produce them.
d. Myeloperoxidase and phagocyte oxidase are enzymes produced by white blood cells (phagocytes) that produce free radicals to kill pathogens.
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