Redox
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Term | Redox |
Short definition | redox - (pronounced) (REE-dox) chemical reaction that takes place between an oxidizing substance and a reducing substance. During the reaction, the oxidizing substance releases electrons and the reducing substance gains electrons. |
Type | Cancer terms |
Specialty | Oncology |
Language | English |
Source | NCI |
Comments |
redox - (pronounced) (REE-dox) chemical reaction that takes place between an oxidizing substance and a reducing substance. During the reaction, the oxidizing substance releases electrons and the reducing substance gains electrons. For example, rust occurs during a redox reaction between the oxygen (an oxidizing substance) and iron (a reducing substance) contained in water or moist air. Redox reactions also occur when glucose (a type of sugar) and fat are broken down in the body for energy. Also called oxidation-reduction
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