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Is it possible to create genes what can permanently destroy free radicals?

No - free radicals are a transient phenomenon.


Is there any food what permanently can destroy free radicals?

No.


What cell organelle possesses oxidise enzymes that function in neutralizing harmful free radicals?

The cell organelles that possess oxidase enzymes that function in neutralizing harmful free radicals are the peroxisomes. They are also known as microbodies and can be found in almost all eukaryotic cells.


What would happen if you mixed peroxide and enzyme?

The peroxide decomposes rapidly and creates free radicals that would tear apart enzymes


What are antioxidants?

According to the American Heritage Dictionary an antioxidant is a molecule that inhibits oxidation, which produces free radicals, which damages or kills cells, which are the building blocks of body. Antioxidants neutralize free radicals by giving them one of their own electrons. The antioxidant molecules don't become free radicals themselves by losing an electron because they are stable in either form (oxidized or reduced). They act as scavengers, helping to prevent cell and tissue damage that could lead to disease. Your cells produce the antioxidant enzymes glutathione, catalase, superoxide dismutase (SOD), and some others which neutralize free radicals naturally in the cell, but due to oxidative stress, your body may not be able to produce enough of these enzymes, especially as you age. Vitamins C and E, carotenoids and selenium are antioxidants.


What are the benefits of adding an antioxidant supplement to your diet?

Antioxidants destroy harmful agents called free radicals, which cause the effects of aging.


When was Free Radicals - film - created?

Free Radicals - film - was created in 1979.


What is the duration of Free Radicals film?

The duration of Free Radicals - film - is 240.0 seconds.


How do electronics affect the ozone layer?

By not affecting it in any way. The manufacture of electronic devices might affect the ozone layer, if that manufacture releases free radicals or freon (chloroflurocarbons) into the atmosphere ... free radicals destroy ozone. However, electronics themselves have no impact on the ozone layer.


Antioxidants fight against free radicals?

Yes. Antioxidants do fight againist free radicals.


Do unburned hydrocarbons contribute air pollution if so how?

yes they do, i believe that when they enter the atmosphere they create "free radicals" which can destroy the ozone layer. sorry i can't help more.


Does smiling removes free radicals?

Not if you believe Abbey Hoffman. He claims that it was the Chicago Police Department who removed all the free radicals.