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waynest

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Which of the following statements about free radicals is incorrect?
 
  A) They are a by-product of oxygen-consuming redox reactions.
  B) Their unpaired electron makes them extremely reactive.
  C) They can disrupt covalent bonds in biomolecules.
  D) B vitamins provide protection from their harmful effects.
  E) Superoxide catalase is one of the specific enzymes that can provide protection from their harmful effects.

Question 2

The various shapes taken on by an organic molecule are known as ________.
 
  A) conformations
  B) constitutional isomers
  C) preferential isomers
  D) configurations
  E) none of the above



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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A



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