Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
thermolysis
Noun
/ˌθɜːr.məˈlɪs.ɪs/
Definition
Thermolysis is the process of breaking down chemical compounds through the application of heat.
Examples
- The thermolysis of water can produce hydrogen and oxygen gases.
- In chemistry, thermolysis is often used to describe the breakdown of organic materials at high temperatures.
- The study of thermolysis has implications in various fields, including materials science and environmental science.
Meaning
It refers to a type of thermal decomposition where a substance is decomposed into simpler molecules or elements when heated.
Synonyms
- thermal decomposition
- pyrolysis
- decomposition
