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photocatalysis

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photocatalysis [ˌfəʊtəʊkəˈtælɪsɪs]
n pl -ses [-siːz]
(Chemistry) the alteration of the rate of a chemical reaction by light or other electromagnetic radiation


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The Airwise uses a process called photocatalysis to "oxidize odors, settle dust, reduce allergens and destroy viruses, bacteria and mold" according to a company release.
Sunka, et al, "Degradation of phenol by underwater pulsed corona discharge in combination with Ti02 photocatalysis," Research on Chenical Intermediates, Vol.
Converting carbon dioxide and water to methane using photocatalysis is an appealing idea, but historically, attempts have had very low conversion rates," said Grimes.
 
 
 
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