mengoksigenasi

Mengoksigenasi is a term derived from the Indonesian language, meaning to oxygenate or to supply with oxygen. It refers to the process of introducing oxygen into a substance or system. This can occur in various contexts, including biological, chemical, and industrial processes.

In biology, mengoksigenasi is fundamental to respiration. For living organisms, it involves the intake of oxygen, typically through lungs or gills, and its transport to tissues where it is used in cellular metabolism to produce energy. This process is essential for the survival of most aerobic life forms. The removal of carbon dioxide, a waste product of this metabolism, is also intrinsically linked to the overall process of gas exchange.

Chemically, mengoksigenasi can describe reactions where oxygen is added to a molecule. This often involves oxidation, a process that can change the chemical properties of a substance. For example, the rusting of iron is a form of oxidation where iron reacts with oxygen. In industrial settings, mengoksigenasi might be employed in water treatment to improve water quality or in manufacturing processes to facilitate chemical transformations. The term emphasizes the active supply or incorporation of oxygen.