Superoxido
Superoxido is a chemical species with the formula O 2 −. It is an anion, meaning it carries a negative charge, and is formed when a molecule of oxygen (O 2 ) gains an electron. The unpaired electron in the superoxido ion makes it a radical, meaning it is highly reactive.
Superoxido plays a significant role in various biological and chemical processes. In biological systems, it is
Chemically, superoxido can participate in redox reactions, acting as both an oxidant and a reductant depending