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Reactive Oxygen Species

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Reactive Oxygen Species 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.

Reactive Oxygen Species Synonyms

Reactive Oxygen Species, ROS

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