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Definition
Electrolysis; a process of using electric current to separate substances and refine pure elements.
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How it's used
Primarily used in scientific and industrial contexts, this term is rarely encountered in casual daily conversation. It is almost exclusively associated with chemistry lessons or discussions regarding manufacturing processes like metal refining. Learners should treat it as a technical noun rather than a general verb.
Examples
This type of metal is extracted through electrolysis.
Do you know how the principle of electrolysis works?
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
