Chapter 4: Q27P (page 223)
Write an equation for the reaction of vitamin E with an oxidizing radical (RO·) to give ROH and a less reactive free radical.

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Chapter 4: Q27P (page 223)
Write an equation for the reaction of vitamin E with an oxidizing radical (RO·) to give ROH and a less reactive free radical.


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