This is the 11103rd most frequent Spanish word.
electrolisis
Electrolysis: The chemical decomposition of a substance by passing an electric current through it.
Used as a noun referring to the technique of causing chemical decomposition.
La electrólisis se utiliza para separar los componentes del agua.
Electrolysis is used to separate the components of water.
Refers to the concept of the process discussed academically.
Ayer aprendimos sobre la electrólisis en la clase de química.
Yesterday, we learned about electrolysis in chemistry class.
Describes an essential application of the process in industry.