The enzyme that splits hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen is_____________?
Correct answer: B. Catalase
- A. Cytochromes
- B. Catalase
- C. Super oxide dismutase
- D. Cytochrome P 450
Explanation
Catalase decomposes hydrogen peroxide into water and molecular oxygen: 2H₂O₂ → 2H₂O + O₂. Superoxide dismutase instead converts superoxide radicals into hydrogen peroxide and oxygen.
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