electrolyte
pronunciation
How to pronounce electrolyte in British English:
UK [ɪˈlektrəlaɪt]
How to pronounce electrolyte in American English:
US [ɪˈlɛktrəˌlaɪt]
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- Noun:
- a solution that conducts electricity
Word Origin
- electrolyte (n.)
- "substance decomposed by electrolysis," 1834, from electro- + Greek lytos "loosed," from lyein "to loose" (see lose).
Example
- 1. These are immersed in an electrolyte of dilute sulphuric acid .
- 2. It 's a filament made from tin oxide anode and lithium cobalt oxide cathode suspended in an ionic liquid electrolyte .
- 3. The lemon juice is called electrolyte .
- 4. Keep yourself hydrated with lots of water and an occasional electrolyte drink .
- 5. All fuel cells have the same basic configuration ; an electrolyte and two electrodes .