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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Free Radical.
Free Radical - as a noun
An atom or group of atoms with at least one unpaired electron; in the body it is usually an oxygen molecule that has lost an electron and will stabilize itself by stealing an electron from a nearby molecule
Example: "In the body free radicals are high-energy particles that ricochet wildly and damage cells"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
radical10Example Sentences
"Antioxidants help to neutralize free radicals in the body."
"Excessive exposure to sunlight can lead to the production of free radicals."
"Some studies suggest that free radicals may contribute to the aging process."
"The body produces free radicals as a natural byproduct of metabolism."
"Air pollution can generate free radicals in the atmosphere."
