radiolysis
chemical reaction
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decomposition by radiation
- In radiation: Radiation chemical reactions
…as well as (parent) positive-ion fragmentation and ion-molecule reactions. Some such consequences are summarized for a few cases.
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food irradiation
- In food preservation: Biological effects of irradiation
…an extra electron) during the radiolysis (radiation-induced splitting) of water molecules. The radiolysis of water molecules produces hydroxyl radicals, highly reactive species that interact with the organic molecules present in foods. The products of these interactions cause many of the characteristics associated with the spoilage of food, such as off-flavours…
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