An antioxidant is a substance that prevents ____________ of other cellular substances.
A) all reduction
B) harmful reduction
C) all oxidation
D) harmful oxidation
E) both oxidation and reduction

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Antioxidants prevent harmful oxidation of other cellular substances, such as lipids, DNA, and proteins. This prevents damage and cellular death, which can lead to various diseases and conditions. While antioxidants do not prevent all forms of oxidation, they specifically target harmful oxidative reactions that can lead to cellular damage.

An Antioxidant Is a Substance That Prevents ____________ of Other