Which of the following is an example of a Phase I reaction in metabolism?
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Correct answer: Hydrolysis
Phase I reactions include oxidation, reduction, and hydrolysis. These reactions introduce or unmask a functional group to make the molecule more polar or prepare it for Phase II conjugation reactions.
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