Repair of thymine dimers using light to split the dimers apart into separate monomers is called

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Photoreactivation is the repair mechanism that uses energy from visible light to break the covalent bonds between the thymine dimers, separating them back into individual monomers. This repair mechanism is used by many organisms, including bacteria and some plants, and is carried out by enzymes called photolyases. Photodedimerization and photoreparation are not correct terms for this repair mechanism.

Repair of Thymine Dimers Using Light to Split the Dimers