What Are "Free Radicals

question 33

Multiple Choice

What are "free radicals"?

• A) Chemicals in some animal foods thought to promote certain cancers.
• B) Dietary supplements that reduce the risk of skin cancer.
• C) Toxic compounds created in the body that may contribute to certain chronic diseases.
• D) Compounds abundant in the Mediterranean diet that reduce the risk of heart disease.

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Definitions:

Mining Accident

An accident that occurs during the process of mining minerals, which can result in injuries, fatalities, and environmental damage.

Intravenous Pyelogram

A radiographic imaging technique that involves the injection of a contrast dye into the bloodstream to visualize the kidneys, ureters, and bladder.

Iodine Allergy

An adverse reaction to iodine, a chemical element that is commonly used in medical imaging and antiseptics.

Tumor Tissue

The mass of cells comprising a tumor, characterized by abnormal growth and division, which may be benign or malignant.