vattenoxidation
Vattenoxidation, also known as water oxidation or the oxygen-evolving reaction, is a fundamental chemical process crucial for photosynthesis and various artificial energy conversion technologies. It involves the oxidation of water molecules, typically to produce oxygen gas (O2), protons (H+), and electrons. This reaction is the anodic half-reaction in the overall water-splitting process, where water is decomposed into hydrogen and oxygen.
In the context of photosynthesis, water oxidation occurs within the photosystem II complex of plant and algal
Beyond biological systems, vattenoxidation is a key area of research for sustainable energy. Artificial photosynthesis systems