noun
- a scientist who studies photochemistry, the branch of chemistry dealing with the chemical effects of light
Usage: professional/technical term; typically requires advanced education in chemistry or physics
Examples
- The photochemist investigated how sunlight triggers chemical reactions in the atmosphere.
- Dr. Martinez works as a photochemist at the research institute, studying solar energy conversion.
- Photochemists play a key role in developing new materials for solar panels.
- The team of photochemists discovered a more efficient way to use light energy in synthesis.
- As a photochemist, she focuses on understanding photosynthesis at the molecular level.