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re·ac·tive oxy·gen species

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  1. Reactive oxygen species

    In chemistry, reactive oxygen species (ROS) are highly reactive chemicals formed from diatomic oxygen (O2). Examples of ROS include peroxides, superoxide, hydroxyl radical, singlet oxygen, and alpha-oxygen.

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  1. Reactive oxygen species

    Reactive oxygen species are chemically reactive molecules containing oxygen. Examples include oxygen ions and peroxides. ROS form as a natural byproduct of the normal metabolism of oxygen and have important roles in cell signaling and homeostasis. However, during times of environmental stress, ROS levels can increase dramatically. This may result in significant damage to cell structures. Cumulatively, this is known as oxidative stress. ROS are also generated by exogenous sources such as ionizing radiation.

U.S. National Library of Medicine

  1. Reactive Oxygen Species

    Molecules or ions formed by the incomplete one-electron reduction of oxygen. These reactive oxygen intermediates include SINGLET OXYGEN; SUPEROXIDES; PEROXIDES; HYDROXYL RADICAL; and HYPOCHLOROUS ACID. They contribute to the microbicidal activity of PHAGOCYTES, regulation of signal transduction and gene expression, and the oxidative damage to NUCLEIC ACIDS; PROTEINS; and LIPIDS.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of reactive oxygen species in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of reactive oxygen species in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

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