Definition

A process in which a substance is oxidized again after having been reduced, often involving the addition of oxygen or the removal of electrons.

Example

The reoxidation of hemoglobin is crucial for transporting oxygen in the blood.

Conversation

I was reading about the process of reoxidation in hemoglobin.

That sounds interesting! How does it work?

Well, it’s basically a second oxidation that helps with oxygen transport.

Got it! Science really has some fascinating processes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reoxidation → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "oxidare" (meaning to combine with oxygen). The word refers to the process of combining again with oxygen after having been reduced or deoxidized.

Memory Tip

Think of 'again' ('re-') and 'combining with oxygen' ('oxidare') to remember that reoxidation means combining with oxygen again.

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