This chapter summarizes the diverse array of biochemical transformations that are catalysed by Fe(ii)- and 2-oxoglutarate (2OG)-dependent oxygenases. One group of these enzymes utilizes protein substrates and functions in structural stabilization, oxygen sensing, histone-dependent regulation, or other roles. A second set of 2OG-dependent oxygenases acts on polynucleotides with functions that include DNA/RNA repair, regulation of transcription, biosynthesis of unique bases, and demethylation of 5-methylcytosine. A third assemblage of enzymes in this family is involved in lipid-related metabolism and function in carnitine biosynthesis, degradation of phytanic acids, and modification of various lipids. A fourth collection of these oxygenases catalyses reactions related to synthesis of flavonoids, anthocyanins, gibberellins, alkaloids and other metabolites found predominantly in plants. A fifth group of these enzymes acts on a variety of small molecules including free amino acids, nucleobases/nucleosides, herbicides, sulfonates/sulfates and phosphonates. A sixth compilation of 2OG-dependent oxygenases is utilized for antibiotic biosynthesis, including several halogenating enzymes. Finally, a seventh set of these enzymes is related in structure or mechanism to the 2OG-dependent oxygenases, but do not utilize 2OG, and include isopenicillin N synthase, a plant-specific ethylene-forming enzyme, and two enzymes that use 4-hydroxyphenylpyruvate. This introduction to the biochemical diversity of these amazing enzymes provides a foundation for appreciating the specific aspects detailed in the remaining chapters of this text.