photooxidative
/ˌfoʊtoʊˈɑksɪˌdeɪtɪv/
adjective
- Causing or relating to photooxidation (a chemical reaction with oxygen triggered by light).
- Researchers are developing photooxidative coatings to clean the air.
- Some sunscreens contain ingredients that resist photooxidative breakdown.
- The photooxidative effect of sunlight can damage the dyes in clothing.