Photodegradation of Poly[methyl(phenyl)silylene] in the Presence of Modifying Substances

Abstract

Summary: Efficiency of the photodegradation of poly[methyl(phenyl)silylene] can be increased by electron acceptor additives with unstable anion radicals. The best chain degradation yield was obtained using benzoyl peroxide as an additive. The model for the photodegradation process is supported by quantum chemical calculations.