photoactive
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/ˌfoʊtoʊˈæktɪv/
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/ˌfəʊtəʊˈæktɪv/
reactive to light
Etymology
Etymology Information
'photoactive' originates from the Greek word 'phōs' meaning 'light' and the Latin word 'activus' meaning 'active'.
Historical Evolution
'photoactive' was formed by combining 'photo-' from Greek and 'active' from Latin, reflecting its ability to react to light.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'active in light', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of undergoing a chemical change when exposed to light.
The photoactive compound decomposes when exposed to sunlight.
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Last updated: 2025/05/13 04:39