Electrochemical
adjective
Relating to the chemical changes caused by electricity or the electrical changes caused by chemical reactions.
Electrochemical reactions are essential in batteries.

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Formal
electrochemical cell, electrochemical reaction, electrochemical series
adjective
Relating to the chemical changes caused by electricity or the electrical changes caused by chemical reactions.
Electrochemical reactions are essential in batteries.

Usage tips
Formal
electrochemical cell, electrochemical reaction, electrochemical series
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Scientific Context
In science, 'electrochemical' often refers to processes that involve both electricity and chemical changes.
Electrochemical processes are critical in the functioning of batteries and fuel cells.
Practical Application
When discussing batteries, the term highlights the connection between electric current and chemical reactions.
The electrochemical reaction in batteries converts stored chemical energy into electrical energy.
Educational Use
In classrooms, 'electrochemical' might be used in experiments demonstrating principles of electrolysis.
Students perform electrochemical experiments to visualize chemical energy conversion.
Scientific Context
In science, 'electrochemical' often refers to processes that involve both electricity and chemical changes.
Electrochemical processes are critical in the functioning of batteries and fuel cells.
Practical Application
When discussing batteries, the term highlights the connection between electric current and chemical reactions.
The electrochemical reaction in batteries converts stored chemical energy into electrical energy.
Educational Use
In classrooms, 'electrochemical' might be used in experiments demonstrating principles of electrolysis.
Students perform electrochemical experiments to visualize chemical energy conversion.
Scientific Context
In science, 'electrochemical' often refers to processes that involve both electricity and chemical changes.
Electrochemical processes are critical in the functioning of batteries and fuel cells.
Practical Application
When discussing batteries, the term highlights the connection between electric current and chemical reactions.
The electrochemical reaction in batteries converts stored chemical energy into electrical energy.
Educational Use
In classrooms, 'electrochemical' might be used in experiments demonstrating principles of electrolysis.
Students perform electrochemical experiments to visualize chemical energy conversion.
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