Electrolysis

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ɪlÉ›kˈtɹɒlÉ™sɪs/

Origin

Introduced by Faraday on the suggestion of the Rev. , from - + lysis("a loosening") + -. Originally of tumors, later (1909) of hair removal.

Full definition of electrolysis

Noun

1. (chemistry) the chemical change produced by passing an electric current through a conducting solution or a molten salt
2. the destruction of hair roots by means of an electric current

Related terms

• electrolytic
• electrolyze