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galvanism

/ˈɡælvəˌnɪzəm/

Meanings
noun
The chemical generation of electricity.

Examples :

"The early experiments showed that galvanism, produced by the reaction of certain metals with acids, could cause a frog's leg to twitch. "
chemistry physics energy science

Related Words

Illustration generation

generation noun

/ˌd͡ʒɛnəˈɹeɪʃən/

The fact of creating something, or bringing something into being; production, creation.

"The new generation of computers has dramatically improved the speed of our work. "

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recommended verb

/ˌɹɛkəˈmɛndɪd/

To bestow commendation on; to represent favourably; to suggest, endorse or encourage as an appropriate choice.

"The board recommends Philips, given his ample experience in similar positions."

Illustration produced

produced verb

/pɹəˈdjuːst/ /pɹəˈdust/

To yield, make or manufacture; to generate.

"The factory produced 1000 cars last week. "

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experiments noun

/ɪkˈspɛɹ.ɪ.mənts/

A test under controlled conditions made to either demonstrate a known truth, examine the validity of a hypothesis, or determine the efficacy of something previously untried.

"The students conducted several experiments in the science lab to test their theory about plant growth. "

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therapeutic noun

/θɛɹəˈpjuːtɪk/

A therapeutic agent

"The doctor prescribed a therapeutic for her persistent headaches. "

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therapist noun

/ˈθɛrəpɪst/ /ˈθɛrəpɪst/

Someone who provides therapy, usually professionally.

"My friend is seeing a therapist to help with her stress from school. "

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certain noun

/ˈsɝtn̩/ /ˈsɜːtn̩/

(with "the") Something certain.

"The certain success of the project was a relief to the team. "

Illustration stimulate

stimulate verb

/ˈstɪmjʊleɪt/

To encourage into action.

"The teacher's inspiring speech stimulated the students to study harder for the exam. "

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reaction noun

/ɹiˈækʃən/

An action or statement in response to a stimulus or other event.

"The announcement of the verdict brought a violent reaction."

Illustration electricity

electricity noun

/ɪˌlɛkˈtɹɪsɪti/ /iˌlɛkˈtɹɪsɪti/

Originally, a property of amber and certain other nonconducting substances to attract lightweight material when rubbed, or the cause of this property; now understood to be a phenomenon caused by the distribution and movement of charged subatomic particles and their interaction with the electromagnetic field.

"The electricity bill was unusually high this month, likely due to the many electronics running in the house. "

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chemical noun

/ˈkɛmɪkəl/

Any specific chemical element or chemical compound or alloy.

"The scientist studied the chemical composition of the soil sample. "

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physical noun

/ˈfɪzɪkəl/

Physical examination.

"How long has it been since your last physical?"