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Explain what is meant by 'homolytic fission'.
Homolytic fission refers to a chemical bond breaking in such a way that each of the atoms retains one of the two electrons from the bond, resulting in the formation of free radicals.
What is the result of homolytic fission?
The result of homolytic fission is the formation of two free radicals, each containing an unpaired electron.
How does homolytic fission differ from heterolytic fission?
Homolytic fission differs from heterolytic fission in that it leads to the formation of free radicals, whereas heterolytic fission results in the formation of ions with opposite charges.
