electrochemistry

noun

elec·​tro·​chem·​is·​try i-ˌlek-trō-ˈke-mə-strē How to pronounce electrochemistry (audio)
: a science that deals with the relation of electricity to chemical changes and with the interconversion of chemical and electrical energy
electrochemical adjective
electrochemically adverb
electrochemist noun

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Scientists believe the findings could help develop next-generation renewable energy systems that combine biology and electrochemistry for cleaner hydrogen production. Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 27 May 2026 That surprise pointed to electrochemistry rather than heat as the mechanism. Meghie Rodrigues, IEEE Spectrum, 2 Sep. 2025 However, such abilities are considered acts of molecular electrochemistry. Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 19 May 2025 Molten Carbonate Fuel Cell The operation of the Molten Carbonate Fuel Cell is a marvel of engineering, combining chemistry, electrochemistry, and mechanical principles. David Blekhman, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024 In 1813, a friend gave Faraday a ticket to hear the eminent scientist Humphry Davy lecture on electrochemistry at the Royal Institution. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 26 Dec. 2023

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First Known Use

1811, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of electrochemistry was in 1811

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“Electrochemistry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/electrochemistry. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.

Kids Definition

electrochemistry

noun
elec·​tro·​chem·​is·​try i-ˌlek-trō-ˈkem-ə-strē How to pronounce electrochemistry (audio)
: a science that deals with the relation of electricity to chemical changes and with the change of chemical to electrical energy or vice versa

Medical Definition

electrochemistry

noun
elec·​tro·​chem·​is·​try -ˈkem-ə-strē How to pronounce electrochemistry (audio)
plural electrochemistries
: a science that deals with the relation of electricity to chemical changes and with the interconversion of chemical and electrical energy
electrochemical adjective
electrochemically adverb
electrochemist noun

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