Which of the following forms of oxygen is/are generally toxic to living organisms?
A) superoxide anion
B) hydrogen peroxide
C) hydroxyl radical
D) superoxide, hydrogen peroxide, and hydroxyl radicals are all toxic

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Superoxide anion, hydrogen peroxide, and hydroxyl radicals are all toxic forms of oxygen. They can damage cell structures and DNA, leading to cell death and contributing to aging and disease. Living organisms have evolved various defense mechanisms to neutralize these toxic forms of oxygen, such as antioxidants and enzymes that break them down into harmless compounds.

Which of the Following Forms of Oxygen Is/are Generally Toxic