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electrocatalytic

electrocatalytic

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Relating to how an electric current and a substance that speeds up reactions make a chemical reaction happen faster
  • adjective
  • /ɪˌlɛktrəʊˈkætəˌlɪtɪk/
  • Specialized
: electrocatalítico
  • Understanding electrocatalytic mechanisms is essential for advancing technologies that harness electricity for chemical synthesis.

Examples

  • (This principle is already applied in a proprietary, patented electrocatalytic desalinisation process called "Aquajell.")

    Blog text (29)

  • The new catalyst performs nearly as well as platinum, achieving electrocatalytic activity and stability unmatched by any other non-noble metal compounds.

    Blog text (9)

  • Oxygen is monitored by a sensor that uses well-known electrocatalytic zirconium oxide sensor technology.

    Academic text (1996)

  • The researchers are studying the electrocatalytic process that could improve fuel cell efficiency.

  • Innovative electrocatalytic systems are being developed to enhance chemical conversions in renewable energy applications.

Surface Forms

electrocatalytic positive

Morphology

electrocatalytic = catalytic (semi-transparent) = electro + catalyt + ic

The structure is clear, but the word belongs to a specialized scientific register, so many learners may not infer the exact sense from the parts alone.

Etymology

Electrocatalytic comes from electro- meaning 'electricity' and catalyst meaning 'something that makes a chemical reaction faster'. So it describes a process where electricity and a catalyst work together to speed up a reaction.