Free Radicals,unpaired Electrons,can Cause Aging Because

question 17

Multiple Choice

Free radicals,unpaired electrons,can cause aging because

• A)they collect in the organs and skin,forming large molecules that interfere with organ function.
• B)they bond with molecules that are nearby,like DNA and proteins,causing damage to the molecule.
• C)unpaired electrons pair up together and attack DNA.
• D)free radicals seek to free other electrons so that all electrons are stripped from DNA.
• E)they speed up metabolic processes,causing the organs to wear out faster.

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