Autoxidation
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Autoxidation is any oxidation that occurs in open air or in presence of oxygen and/or UV radiation and forms peroxides and hydroperoxides. A classic example of autoxidation is that of simple ethers like diethyl ether whose peroxides can be dangerously explosive.
de:AutoxidationReactions of importance include: hydrolysis, saponification, reduction and autoxidation.
