Identify the reaction that is involved in the inactivation of monoamines by converting them to aldehydes.

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The inactivation of monoamines involves the process of oxidation, which converts them into aldehydes. This process is mediated by the enzyme monoamine oxidase (MAO), which is present in the outer mitochondrial membrane of various tissues including the brain. Therefore, the correct answer is C) oxidation.

Identify the Reaction That Is Involved in the Inactivation of Monoamines