anodic

[ an-od-ik ]

adjective

1. pertaining to an anode or the phenomena in its vicinity.

Other Words From

• an·odi·cal·ly an·od·al·ly [a-, nohd, -l-ee], adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of anodic¹

First recorded in 1830–40; anode + -ic

Example Sentences

The anodic bacteria subsequently decomposed the organic matter present in the water and converted the stored chemical energy into electricity.

From Science Daily

In contrast to conventional lithium-ion batteries, which have liquid organic electrolytes and use a polymer film to separate the anodic and cathodic compartments, all components of a solid-state battery are solids.

From Science Daily

In the non-submerged diaphragm types the invasion of the anodic compartment by caustic is much reduced and the efficiency and life increased.

From Project Gutenberg

The new UC sensor uses a technology called anodic stripping voltammetry that incorporates three electrodes: a working electrode, a reference electrode and an auxiliary electrode.

From US News

A condition of lower oxygen content thus obtains around the sealed off area, and such an area is anodic—in other words, corrodible with respect to the surrounding areas in which oxygen has free access.

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