noun
- a chemical reaction in which a hydroxyl group (-OH) is introduced into a molecule or compound
Usage: chemistry; biochemistry
Examples
- Hydroxylation is a key step in the metabolism of many drugs in the liver.
- The enzyme catalyzes the hydroxylation of the substrate to form a more water-soluble product.
- Hydroxylation reactions are essential for the synthesis of collagen in the body.
- Scientists studied the hydroxylation of aromatic compounds using various catalysts.
- The hydroxylation process helps the body eliminate certain pollutants more efficiently.