Question

what are photolytic reactions? give two examples

Answer 1

chemical process by which molecules are broken down into smaller units through the absorption of light.

2H2 O + E0 = 2H2 + O2 Where E0 is the Sun's energy

Answer 2

photo- light. lytic - breakage / cleavage

so any breaking occurs takes place in presence of light is called photolytic reactions

best example
calcium carbonate ( lime Stone )-------- calcium oxide( quick lime) + caron dioxide.
under the application of heat