Which Enzyme Catalyzes the Reaction: 2H 2o₂ → 2H₂O

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which enzyme catalyzes the reaction: 2H 2o₂ → 2H₂O + o₂?

• A) catalase
• B) oxidase
• C) peroxidase
• D) superoxide dismutase

---

Definitions:

Absence of Breath Sounds

A condition where no sounds from breathing are heard upon auscultation, indicating potential respiratory distress or pathology.

Wheezes

High-pitched sounds produced during breathing, often indicating obstruction or narrowing of the airways.

Trachea

The windpipe, a tube that connects the larynx to the bronchi of the lungs, allowing the passage of air for respiration.

Renal Failure

A medical condition where the kidneys lose their ability to filter waste and excess fluids from the blood, potentially requiring dialysis or transplant.