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mechanochemistry

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[mek-uh-noh-kem-uh-stree] / ˌmɛk ə noʊˈkɛm ə stri /

noun

  1. the field of chemistry that deals with the direct conversion of chemical into mechanical energy.

Other Word Forms

  • mechanochemical adjective

Etymology

Origin of mechanochemistry

First recorded in 1925–30; mechano- + chemistry

Example Sentences

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The study also underscores the expanding role of mechanochemistry in green chemistry.

From Science Daily • Nov. 27, 2025

To address this challenge, the researchers used mechanochemistry, a sustainable approach in which mechanical force drives chemical reactions rather than high heat.

From Science Daily • Nov. 27, 2025

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