Hydroxylation

Pronunciation: /ˈˌhaɪdɹɔksiˈɫætˈaɪˌɑn/

Hydroxylation (noun)

  1. A chemical process where a hydroxyl group is added to a molecule, changing its structure and properties.
  2. In living systems, a reaction that attaches hydroxyl groups to substances, often helping the body break them down.

Examples

  • Hydroxylation adds a hydroxyl group to the molecule.
  • The lab performs hydroxylation to add a hydroxyl group.