Pero: From 1 Different Sources
combining form denoting deformity; defect. Example: peromelia (of the limbs).
A thick colourless liquid with the formula H2O2 (water is H2O, possessing only one oxygen atom in its molecule). Available in solution with water and as a cream, it is readily reduced to water – giving up oxygen in the process, which causes the characteristic frothing seen when used. H2O2 has antiseptic and deodorising properties; thus it is used as a mouthwash, to clean wounds and ulcers, and occasionally to disinfect body cavities at operation. It is also a bleach.... hydrogen peroxide
The name given to structures, such as the muscles, and nerves, on the outer or ?bular side of the leg.... peroneal
An antiseptic agent used in the treatment of acne and fungal skin infections (see fungal infections). In acne, benzoyl peroxide also acts by removing the surface layer of skin, unblocking sebaceous glands.... benzoyl peroxide
(Latin) One who travels... peron
a urea peroxide compound that is commonly used in tooth-whitening agents, anti-infective agents, and earwax remover.... carbamide peroxide
n. one of the muscles of the leg that arises from the fibula. The peroneus longus and peroneus brevis are situated at the side of the leg and inserted into the metatarsal bones of the foot. They help to turn the foot outwards.... peroneus
n. an enzyme, found mainly in plants but also present in leucocytes and milk, that catalyses the dehydrogenation (oxidation) of various substances in the presence of hydrogen peroxide (which acts as a hydrogen acceptor, being converted to water in the process).... peroxidase
n. a small structure within a cell that is similar to a *lysosome but contains different enzymes, some of which may take part in reactions involving hydrogen peroxide.... peroxisome
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