Essential Biochemistry - Free Radicals And Antioxidants (Section 1 - No. 25)

What is the role of selenium in the antioxidant system?
It is required for the activity of glutathione peroxidase.
It is a direct antioxidant.
It converts hydrogen peroxide to water and oxygen.
It converts superoxide into hydrogen peroxide.

Explanation

Selenium is required for the activity of glutathione peroxidase.

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