Radiolysis

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009896",
  "term": "Radiolysis",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The chemical decomposition of a substance induced by exposure to high-energy radiation, such as X-rays, gamma rays, or electron beams. This process typically involves the formation of highly reactive species, including radicals and ions, which then initiate chemical reactions. Water radiolysis is a well-studied phenomenon.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "irradiation"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1994, 66, 1077. 'Glossary of terms used in physical organic chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1994)' on page 1156 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199466051077)",
    "PAC, 1994, 66, 2513. 'Nomenclature for radioanalytical chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1994)' on page 2524 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199466122513)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/radiolysis/"
}