`Free radicals with unpaired electrons are unstable and have a high
oxidation potential, which means they are capable of stealing electrons from
other cells. This chemical mechanism is very useful in disinfectants such as
hydrogen peroxide.
Problems arise, however, when too many of these active oxygen molecules, or
free radicals, are produced in the body. They are extremely reactive and can
also attach themselves to normal, healthy cells and damage them genetically.
These active oxygen radicals steal electrons from normal, healthy biological
molecules. This electron theft by active oxygen oxidizes tissue and can
cause disease.`
Question: What’s the noticeable difference between free radical and H2O2?