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Strict anaerobes lack which of the following enzymes?

  • A.Catalase
  • B.Peroxidase
  • C.Superoxide dismutase
  • D.All the above

Answer: D

Correct answer: All the above

Oxygen metabolism produces superoxide and hydrogen peroxide, and three enzymes normally deal with them: superoxide dismutase, catalase and peroxidase. Strict anaerobes lack them, so these products accumulate and destroy the cell - which is why oxygen is lethal to such organisms.

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