The reaction can be summarized as
RCH2NH2 + H2O + O2 = RCHO + NH3 + H2O2
The resultant hydrogen peroxide is the source of the most toxic free radical, the hydroxyl radical (.OH). This free radical is produced in the Fenton reaction with the use of ferrous (Fe2+) iron.
Benedetti, MS
Beedham, C
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