solvolysis

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Synonyms: solvolytic, sonolysis

Antonyms: solvolytic, sonolysis

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|physical chemistry}} Any [[reaction]], between a [[solute]] and its [[solvent]], in which one or more [[bond]]s of the solute are [[broken]]; specifically a [[substitution]], [[elimination]] or [[fragmentation]] reaction in which the solvent is the [[nucleophile]].

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