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Hydrogen peroxide is a strong oxidizing agent. It can cause severe cell damage. However, in low concentrations, while it's devastating to bacteria it doesn't hurt human cells much, because human cells have an enzyme known as peroxidase which is able to safely decompose hydrogen peroxide into oxygen and water.

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Does the human liver break down more hydrogen peroxide in the summer or winter?

The liver breaks down hydrogen peroxide consistently throughout the year, regardless of the season. The enzyme catalase in the liver helps convert hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen, a process that occurs continuously to prevent the accumulation of harmful hydrogen peroxide in the body.


Can you drink water after gargling with hydrogen peroxide before a mouth swab drug test?

No, because it can effect your body.


Does hydrogen peroxide release parasites into body?

No, hydrogen peroxide does not release parasites into the body. It is often used topically as an antiseptic to clean wounds and reduce the risk of infection. It does not attract or release parasites into the body.


What benefit can hydrogen ion give to the human body?

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What has hydrogen peroxide in it?

As the name suggests, hydrogen peroxide has in it ,hydrogen and oxygen. Its formula is H2O2. Structurally, it is ' H-O-O-H '. The 'per---' in the formul/structure means that the two oxygens are singly bonded together. This type of bond is rather unstable and makes 'peroxides' in general a reactive species.


Why do you need to get rid f hydrogen peroxide from your bodies?

Hydrogen peroxide can be harmful in high concentrations because it can damage cells and tissues in the body. Our bodies naturally produce enzymes that break down hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen to prevent this damage. If there is an excess of hydrogen peroxide that overwhelms these enzymes, it can lead to oxidative stress and contribute to various health issues.


Is it safe to drink peroxide?

No, it is not safe to drink peroxide. Drinking hydrogen peroxide can be harmful and even toxic to the body. It is commonly used as a disinfectant and should not be ingested.


How does hydrogen enter the body?

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What is peroxide effect?

Peroxide is a Chemical Compound; which is created by two oxygen atoms bonding together, by a single bond. Hydrogen Peroxide is most commonly thought of when a person hears peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide is an oxidizer. It is the simplest form of peroxide.


Is hydrogen found in the Human Body?

yes hydrogen is found in the human body sine the body is 75 percent water and water is 66 percent hydrogen so yes you have hydrogen in your body


Why does hydrogen peroxide foam when you put it on a cut?

There is an enzyme in your body that breaks hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) into hydrogen (H2) and oxygen (O2). These are gases that form bubbles in the water from the hydrogen peroxide and fluids from your body. The idea is that this cleans wounds by getting under the dirt and other particles before being broken down. Then the bubbles lift the dirt and grime out of the wound to wash them away easier.


Why is a fever over 40 degree Celsius life threatening?

Because high temperature denature proteins in the body. When you get a high fever the enzyme catalase doesn't break down the hydrogen peroxide in your body into water and oxygen. Hydrogen peroxide in your body in excess ammonts can kill you.