Oxygen Radicals

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Oxygen Radicals Definition

Organic or inorganic chemicals that contain an oxygen atom with an unpaired electron. This unstable electron configuration causes these chemicals to be highly reactive with other molecules.

Oxygen Radicals Synonyms

Oxygen Radical, Oxygen Radicals, ROS, Reactive Oxygen Species

Terms in Oxygen Radicals category

Hydroxyl Radical
Superoxide