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Cathodic

Definition:

Cathodic refers to the process or state of being reduced or undergoing reduction at the electrode that attracts cations, known as the cathode, within an electrochemical cell or system.

Part of Speech:

Adjective

Senses and Usages:

1. In electrochemistry, relating to or denoting the electrode where reduction occurs.
2. Relating to the cathode end of a galvanic cell.
3. Referring to the reduction process itself.

Examples:

Sense 1:

When performing electrolysis, the cathodic process takes place at the negative electrode.

Sense 2:

The corrosion of the iron pipe was significantly reduced with the implementation of a cathodic protection system.

Sense 3:

The cathodic reaction involves the reduction of metal ions from the solution.

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