Thermolysis

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-011973",
  "term": "Thermolysis",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The chemical decomposition of a compound induced solely by heat, without the involvement of other reagents or catalysts. This process typically involves the breaking of chemical bonds at elevated temperatures. Thermolysis is a common method for generating reactive intermediates or for breaking down complex molecules into simpler ones.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "bond",
    "pyrolysis"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1994, 66, 1077. 'Glossary of terms used in physical organic chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1994)' on page 1173 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199466051077)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/thermolysis/"
}