Fill in the Blank 1.5 points A type your answer... is a molecule in the body that is unstable due to an unpaired electron, which makes it highly reactive. This molecule finds an electron from a nearby molecule which can cause damage to the body's cells. type your answer... help to stabilize these molecules and protect the cells from damage.
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