Definition of electrolysis
1a : the producing of chemical changes by passage of an electric current through an electrolyteb : subjection to this action
2 : the destruction of hair roots by an electrologist using direct current
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She had electrolysis done on her upper lip.
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The chlorine in a saltwater pool is created from chemical electrolysis.
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The indoor-only unit separates tap water into hydrogen and oxygen by electrolysis, then burns the hydrogen in its copper and steel base.
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First Known Use of electrolysis
1834
ELECTROLYSIS Defined for English Language Learners
electrolysis
playDefinition of electrolysis for English Language Learners
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: the process of removing unwanted hair by killing the hair root with an electric current
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chemistry : the process of separating a liquid into its different chemical parts by passing an electric current through it
ELECTROLYSIS Defined for Kids
electrolysis
playDefinition of electrolysis for Students
: the producing of chemical changes by passage of an electric current through a liquid
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electrolysis
playMedical Definition of electrolysis
electrolyses
\-ˌsēz\play1a: the process of producing chemical changes by passage of an electric current through an electrolyteb: subjection to this action
2: the destruction of hair roots by an electrologist by means of an electric current applied to the body with a needle-shaped electrode
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