Hydroxylation

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  • n. The introduction of a hydroxyl group into a molecule, especially by the replacement of a hydrogen atom
    • The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
  • n. In chem., combination With the radical hydroxyl, HO.
    • Word Usage
    "Through a process known as hydroxylation, beta-carotene is converted into other carotenoids that can cut the amount of pro-vitamin A that is created through digestion in half, or eliminate it altogether."
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    epoxidation    isomerization    acetylation    interesterification    poly(butylene   
     
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