The Respiratory Burst Produced by Activated Macrophages Releases Free Radicals

question 58

True/False

The respiratory burst produced by activated macrophages releases free radicals which are effective at killing pathogens.

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Definitions:

Catabolic Pathway

A metabolic pathway that breaks down molecules into smaller units, releasing energy.

Bacterial Enzymes

Enzymes produced by bacteria that catalyze chemical reactions, involved in processes such as metabolism, DNA replication, and the degradation of substances.

Operon

A functional unit of DNA containing a group of genes controlled by a single promoter, used by prokaryotes to regulate gene expression efficiently.

Structural Genes

Genes that code for proteins which serve as building blocks for cells and tissues or operate in metabolic or physiological processes.