What is another word for photodissociation?
Pronunciation: [fˌə͡ʊtə͡ʊdɪsˈə͡ʊsɪˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Photodissociation is the process of breaking down a molecule into smaller fragments with the help of light. There are various synonyms that can be used to describe this process such as photoexcitation, photolysis, photonucleation, photofragmentation, and photodecomposition. Each of these words highlights the key aspect of photodissociation, where a molecule is excited by photons and subsequently fragmented into smaller parts. The use of synonyms helps to describe the same process from different perspectives and allows for greater clarity and understanding. Whether it is called photolysis or photonucleation, the underlying concept remains the same and plays a vital role in chemical and atmospheric processes.
