electrolysis

/ɪˌlɛkˈtrɑləsɪs/
noun
  1. A method of removing hair by using an electric current to destroy the hair root.
    • The salon offers electrolysis for both men and women.
    • Many people choose electrolysis over waxing because it offers long-lasting results.
    • She decided to try electrolysis to permanently remove her unwanted facial hair.
  2. A chemical process that uses an electric current to break down a substance into its parts.
    • In chemistry class, we used electrolysis to separate water into hydrogen and oxygen.
    • Electrolysis is used in industry to extract pure metals from their ores.
    • The factory uses electrolysis to produce chlorine gas from salt water.
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