electrolytic dissociation

noun

, Physical Chemistry.

1. the separation of the molecule of an electrolyte into its constituent atoms.

Word History and Origins

Origin of electrolytic dissociation¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

The authors have no apologies to make for the extent to which they have made use of the theory of electrolytic dissociation.

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The theory of electrolytic dissociation and the boiling and freezing points of solutions.

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The theory of electrolytic dissociation and the properties of solutions.

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