anodo

nounmasculinetécnico/ɐˈnɔdu/medium

a·no·do

Definition

The positive electrode of an electrochemical cell (such as a battery or electrolysis cell), toward which anions (negative ions) migrate.

The anodo of the battery is corroded.

In electrolysis, oxidation occurs at the anodo.

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Do grego 'ánodos' (caminho para cima).