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superoxide anion

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun superoxide anion has 1 sense
  1. superoxide, superoxide anion - the univalent anion O2-; "much of the O2 supporting cellular respiration is reduced to the superoxide anion O2-"
    --1 is a kind of anion

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Superoxide Anion

Definition

The superoxide anion is a negatively charged particle that is a form of reactive oxygen species (ROS). It is produced during various metabolic processes and can cause oxidative stress in cells.

Usage Examples

Noun - Biological:

The superoxide anion is an important signaling molecule in cellular processes such as inflammation and immune response.

Noun - Chemical:

Superoxide anion is involved in many chemical reactions, including the degradation of organic pollutants in the environment.

Noun - Medical:

High levels of superoxide anion have been linked to the development of various diseases, such as cardiovascular disorders and neurodegenerative conditions.

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