zincolysis

/zɪnkɒliˈsɪsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

The dissolution or decomposition of zinc salts, or the process of zinc ions being removed from a solution.

“The scientist studied the effects of zincolysis on the chemical properties of the metal.”

2. noun

A type of chemical reaction involving zinc ions and a reducing agent.

“The reaction involved a process of zincolysis that resulted in the formation of a stable compound.”

Synonyms

  • zinc decomposition
  • zinc dissolution

Antonyms

  • zinc deposition
  • zinc precipitation