Paraquat (1,1-dimethyl-4-4-bipiridinium dichloride (PQ) is a non-selective contact herbicide that is a major source of free radicals and generates superoxide anion, and reactive oxygen species (ROS) which causes severe oxidative damage. Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that p...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2022/v37i530510
Okolonkwo, Benjamin Nnamdi, Jonathan, Nyebuchi, Adjekuko, Ohwonigho Collins & Zebedee, Loveday Udu·Advances in Research·2022
Paraquat is a herbicide, commonly used in the agricultural practices to prevent weed infestation. The Environmental Protection Agency in some countries has placed a restriction on paraquat and there is no identified record of chelating agent or antidote for paraquat. Oxidation of...
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Research Article10.9734/air/2022/v23i330334
Paraquat is a controversial herbicide that can increase reactive oxygen species levels by undergoing redox cycling and producing reactive oxygen species such superoxide anion. Vitamin E is a fat soluble vitamin that modulates oxidation processes in the body due to its particular...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2022/v26i230168
The Paraquat (1, 1-dimethyl-4,4-bipyridlium dichloride) is a non-selective nitrogen herbicide that is used for broadleaf control of weed. It has been shown that paraquat is toxic to human and animal. Vitamin E (α-tocopherol) is a lipid soluble antioxidant found in all cellular me...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2022/v28i530520