BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)
BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)
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ISBN: 9781305967359
Author: STARR
Publisher: CENGAGE L
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Antioxidants are substances that minimize the damage of cells due to the process of oxidation of molecules. They may include enzymes, vitamins, and other substances that counteract the damaging or destructive effects of oxidation.

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