Photolysis

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Photolysis)

Photolysis is a chemical reaction in which a chemical compound is broken down by photons. It is defined as the interaction of one or more photons with one target molecule. (Wikipedia)

Preferred Units: N/A

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This term is used for the following terms: 
Photodecomposition
Photodissociation
Photooxidation

Approved Date
19-Jun-2013

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