Definition

Relating to the process of radiolysis, which is the chemical decomposition of materials due to radiation exposure.

Example

The radiolytic effects on the material were studied to understand its stability under radiation.

Conversation

I was reading about how certain materials can break down under radiolytic conditions.

That sounds interesting! What does that mean exactly?

It refers to how materials change when they're exposed to radiation.

Got it! It's fascinating how science can explain these processes.

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Root Explanation

Radiolytic → It is formed from "radio-" (from Latin *radius*, meaning ray) and "lytic" (from Greek *lytikos*, meaning capable of loosening or breaking down). The word refers to processes involving the breakdown of substances by radiation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'rays' ('radio-') that can 'break down' ('lytic') materials, which helps you remember that 'radiolytic' relates to the breakdown caused by radiation.

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