noun
chemical action
Refers to the effect or process of a chemical reaction; used in scientific and technical contexts.
この薬品は化学作用で汚れを落とします。
This chemical removes stains through chemical action.
化学反応 specifically means 'chemical reaction', while 化学作用 is a broader term for any chemical effect or action.
Compound of 化学 (chemistry) and 作用 (action, effect).