oxidative
[/ˈɑːksɪdeɪtɪv/]
adjective
oxidativo
1. relating to or involving oxidation; caused by or resulting from the loss of electrons in a chemical reaction
Oxidative stress occurs when free radicals damage cells.
O estresse oxidativo ocorre quando os radicais livres danificam as células.
2. characterized by the chemical combination of a substance with oxygen
The oxidative process in metabolism produces energy.
O processo oxidativo no metabolismo produz energia.
3. relating to enzymes or reactions that involve oxidation
Oxidative enzymes play a crucial role in cellular respiration.
As enzimas oxidativas desempenham um papel crucial na respiração celular.
This is primarily a scientific and medical term used equally in both Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese. It is commonly encountered in healthcare discussions, fitness and nutrition contexts (particularly regarding antioxidants), and in scientific literature across both English and Portuguese-speaking countries.
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