photochemistry
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/ˌfoʊtoʊˈkɛmɪstri/
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/ˌfəʊtəʊˈkɛmɪstri/
light-induced chemical reactions
Etymology
Etymology Information
'photochemistry' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'phōs' meaning 'light' and 'chemistry' from 'khēmia' meaning 'alchemy'.
Historical Evolution
'phōs' and 'khēmia' combined to form the modern English word 'photochemistry'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the study of light-induced chemical reactions', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the branch of chemistry concerned with the chemical effects of light.
Photochemistry plays a crucial role in the process of photosynthesis.
Synonyms
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