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

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