Synonym(s)
hydroxylation
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Hydroxylation is a chemical reaction in which one or more hydroxyl groups are introduced into a molecule. Hydroxylations in biochemical processes are catalysed by hydroxylases.
The hydroxyl group consists of one OH group. In organic chemistry, the hydroxy group is represented by alcohols and organic acids. Some inorganic compounds such as silicic acids and aluminium hydroxide also contain hydroxyl groups.
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