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photochemistry

 

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Noun photochemistry has 1 sense
  1. photochemistry - branch of chemistry that deals with the chemical action of light
    --1 is a kind of
    chemistry, chemical science

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Photochemistry

Definition: Photochemistry is the branch of chemistry that studies chemical reactions triggered by light energy.

Sense 1:

Noun: The scientific study of chemical reactions induced by light, typically involving molecules or substances that absorb or emit light energy.

Example Sentence:

Photochemistry plays a crucial role in understanding the processes of photosynthesis.

Sense 2:

Noun: The branch of chemistry that focuses on the effects of light on the behavior of matter.

Example Sentence:

Understanding the principles of photochemistry is essential in developing new materials for solar cells.

Sense 3:

Noun: The application of chemical processes triggered by light in various fields such as photography, printing, and medicine.

Example Sentence:

Photochemistry has revolutionized the field of photography, allowing for the development of faster and more precise cameras.

Sense 4:

Noun: The process of chemical reactions occurring in photosensitive materials, such as film or photographic paper, when exposed to light.

Example Sentence:

The quality of a photograph often depends on the photochemistry of the film used.


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