Alkene photoisomerization

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000395",
  "term": "Alkene photoisomerization",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A photochemical process in which an alkene undergoes a change in its molecular structure, specifically the arrangement of its atoms, upon absorption of light. This transformation often involves rotation around the carbon-carbon double bond, leading to cis-trans isomerization. The reaction proceeds through an excited electronic state and can lead to a photostationary state.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "alkenes",
    "isomerization",
    "photostationary state",
    "cis, trans"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 293. 'Glossary of terms used in photochemistry, 3rd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2006)' on page 302 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779030293)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/alkene-photoisomerization/"
}