How do manganese, copper, and zinc influence antioxidant function?
a. they decrease the oxidant activity of the cell membrane
b. they convert ferric oxide to ferrous oxide
c. they are required for the activity of a form of superoxide dismutase
d. they help neutralize peroxides in the blood
Ans: c. they are required for the activity of a form of superoxide dismutase
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