Peroxides

A group of compounds that contain a bivalent O-O group, i.e., the oxygen atoms are univalent. They can either be inorganic or organic in nature. Such compounds release atomic (nascent) oxygen readily. Thus they are strong oxidizing agents and fire hazards when in contact with combustible materials, especially under high-temperature conditions. The chief industrial uses of peroxides are as oxidizing agents, bleaching agents, and initiators of polymerization. (From Hawley's Condensed Chemical Dictionary, 11th ed)

Also Known As:

Peroxide

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Oxidants

Inorganic Chemicals: 9
- Electrolytes: 16106
  - Ions: 7857
    - Anions: 3501
      - Oxides: 2508
        Peroxides: 1274
- Free Radicals: 15039
  - Reactive Oxygen Species: 39360
    - Peroxides: 1274
- Oxygen Compounds: 12
  - Oxides: 2508
    - Peroxides: 1274
Organic Chemicals: 133
- Free Radicals: 15039
  - Reactive Oxygen Species: 39360
    - Peroxides: 1274

hydroxymethyl hydroperoxide

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