1. of, relating to, or produced by electrolysis
Usage: technical; chemistry
2. of or relating to an electrolyte or electrolytes
Usage: technical; chemistry

Examples

• The electrolytic process breaks down water into hydrogen and oxygen gases.
• Electrolytic refining is used to purify copper metal.
• An electrolytic cell requires an external power source to drive the chemical reaction.
• The electrolytic dissociation of salt water produces chlorine gas at the anode.
• Electrolytic capacitors are commonly used in electronic circuits.
• The electrolytic method is more efficient than traditional chemical separation for some metals.