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Definition of Peroxy
1. Noun. (chemistry in combination) The divalent radical -O-O- derived from a peroxide ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Peroxy
1. containing the bivalent group O2 [adj]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Peroxy
Literary usage of Peroxy
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Code of Federal Regulations: Parts 170 to 199 Revised as of April 1, 2005 by Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Staff (2005)
"... concentrations of peroxy acids and hydrogen peroxide in the additive are
determined by a method entitled "Hydrogen Peroxide and Peracid (as Peracetic ..."
2. Journal of the American Chemical Society by American Chemical Society (1879)
"It is possible that either /-butyl- peroxy or /-butoxy radicals, or both, can
effect such a transformation. The high yields of /-butyl alcohol and Con + (CH ..."