Peroksisiin

Peroksisiin is a term that can refer to several related concepts primarily within chemistry and biology. In chemistry, it is often used interchangeably with "peroxides," which are compounds containing a peroxide functional group, characterized by a single oxygen-oxygen bond (O-O). Hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) is a common example, known for its oxidizing properties and use as a disinfectant and bleaching agent. Organic peroxides, with the structure R-O-O-R', are also important and are often used as initiators in polymerization reactions or as catalysts.

In a biological context, "peroxisome" is a more specific term. A peroxisome is a small organelle found in the cells of eukaryotic organisms. These organelles contain enzymes that break down fatty acids and amino acids through oxidative reactions. A key function of peroxisomes is the detoxification of harmful substances, including alcohol, by producing hydrogen peroxide and then subsequently breaking it down into water and oxygen using the enzyme catalase. Peroxisomes also play a role in various metabolic pathways, such as the synthesis of plasmalogens, a type of ether lipid crucial for cell membranes. The term "peroksisiin" might be a less common or regional variation of "peroxide" or "peroxisome," depending on the specific scientific or linguistic context.