Denaturation

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Denaturation may refer to:

  • Denaturation (biochemistry) -- a structural change in macromolecules caused by extreme conditions
  • Denaturation (fissile materials) -- transforming fissile materials so that they cannot be used in nuclear weapons
  • Denaturation (food) -- intentional adulteration of food or drink rendering it unfit for consumption while remaining suitable for other uses

[edit] See also

  • Denatured alcohol, also known as methylated spirit
  • Denaturalization, the reverse of naturalization, when a state deprives one of its citizens of his or her citizenship
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