Electricity And Magnetism Terms

verb to decompose a compound by passing an electric current through it

• The scientists used a special machine to electrolyze the water and separate the hydrogen and oxygen molecules.
• I heard you can electrolyze water to make your own hydrogen fuel at home.
• Dude, let's try electrolyzing some water and see what happens!
• She felt like her emotions were being electrolyzed, separating the positive from the negative.

noun a flash of light in the sky during a thunderstorm

verb present participle of lighten, meaning to make or become lighter in weight or color

• The lightening struck the tree with a loud crack.
• Did you see that lightening bolt? It was so bright!
• That lightening storm was lit!
• Her smile was like a bolt of lightening, brightening up the room instantly.