faradaic

/ˌfærəˈdeɪɪk/ (FAR-uh-DAY-ik)

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to Michael Faraday, especially to Faraday’s laws of electrolysis.

“The researcher studied the faradaic processes occurring during the electrolysis of water.”

2. adjective

relating to a process involving the transfer of electrons.

“The faradaic current in the electrochemical cell was measured using an ammeter.”

3. noun

a process or reaction that involves the transfer of electrons.

“The faradaic reaction in the battery was the main cause of the device’s rapid discharge.”

Synonyms

  • electrochemical
  • electrolytic

Antonyms

  • non-electrochemical
  • non-electrolytic