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anode

/ˈeɪ.nəʊd/

/ˈeɪ.noʊd/

Translations

anodenoun

anodes

/ˈeɪ.nəʊd/

/ˈeɪ.noʊd/

анод

The anode is a crucial component in a battery.

Анод является важным компонентом в батарее.

Synonyms

positive electrode

anodic electrode

cathode (in certain contexts)

anodeadjective

/ˈænəʊd/

/ˈænoʊd/

Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to an anode; does not form comparatives or superlatives.

Definitions

anodenoun

An electrode through which conventional current (positive charge) enters an electrical device; in an electrochemical cell it is the site of oxidation.

During the discharge of a galvanic cell, the zinc anode loses electrons and dissolves into solution.

In a semiconductor diode or vacuum tube, the terminal toward which current flows from the external circuit.

The anode of the rectifier diode is connected to the positive rail of the power supply.

anodeadjective

Relating to, involving, or situated at an anode.

The anode voltage was increased to improve tube efficiency.