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The process of breaking down of a chemical compound into elements is called
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analysis
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In chemistry, 'analysis' specifically refers to the process of breaking down a chemical compound into its constituent elements. This is the opposite of 'synthesis,' which involves combining elements or simpler compounds to form more complex ones. Symbiosis is a biological term, and photosynthesis is a specific biochemical process.