peroxidation (Meaning)
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peroxidation (n.)
Act, process, or result of peroxidizing; oxidation to a peroxide.
Synonyms & Antonyms of peroxidation
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peroxidation Sentence Examples
- Lipid peroxidation, a chain reaction, plays a crucial role in the pathogenesis of various diseases.
- Peroxidation of unsaturated fatty acids is accelerated by the presence of free radicals.
- Antioxidants protect cells and tissues from the damaging effects of peroxidation.
- Oxidative stress can induce peroxidation, leading to the production of harmful lipid peroxides.
- The extent of peroxidation can be measured by the levels of malondialdehyde, a byproduct of lipid degradation.
- Peroxidation of mitochondrial membranes disrupts their integrity and impairs cellular energy production.
- Inhibition of peroxidation is a promising therapeutic strategy for mitigating oxidative damage-related disorders.
- In vivo studies have shown that peroxidation can contribute to the development of neurodegenerative diseases.
- Edible oils high in unsaturated fatty acids are susceptible to peroxidation during storage and cooking.
- The peroxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is a major factor in the formation of atherosclerotic plaques.
FAQs About the word peroxidation
Act, process, or result of peroxidizing; oxidation to a peroxide.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Lipid peroxidation, a chain reaction, plays a crucial role in the pathogenesis of various diseases.
Peroxidation of unsaturated fatty acids is accelerated by the presence of free radicals.
Antioxidants protect cells and tissues from the damaging effects of peroxidation.
Oxidative stress can induce peroxidation, leading to the production of harmful lipid peroxides.
