👉 The term "disulfoxide" is derived from the Latin word "disulfic," which means "to dissolve." It refers to a chemical compound composed of two sulfur atoms, one amino acid (a protein) and another sulfur-containing group. This group is known as a disulfide bond, which can be broken by certain enzymes when it comes into contact with other substances. Disulfoxides are formed when the disulfide bond between the amino acids breaks down, releasing a
