Superoxider
Superoxider is a term occasionally encountered in informal or speculative contexts to describe agents or devices that generate superoxide radicals (O2−) or related reactive oxygen species. It is not part of standard chemical nomenclature and is not widely used in peer‑reviewed literature or major databases. In most authoritative discussions, the chemistry and biology of superoxide are described without reference to the term “superoxider.”
Superoxide itself is the mono-electronic reduction product of dioxygen and is categorized as a reactive oxygen
Generation mechanisms for superoxide include biochemical and photochemical pathways. In biology, enzymes such as NADPH oxidase
Safety and relevance vary by context; due to its reactivity, superoxide can contribute to oxidative stress
See also: Superoxide, Reactive oxygen species, Superoxide dismutase.