Electrolytic Cell

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-009150",
  "term": "Electrolytic Cell",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "(ee-LECK-tro-LIT-ick) A device in which the chemical decomposition of material causes an electric current to flow. Also, a device in which a chemical reaction occurs as a result of the flow of electric current. Chlorine and caustic (NaOH) are made from salt (NACl) in electrolytic cells.",
  "subject": "Laws, regulations and executive orders",
  "references": [
    "Drinking Water Technical & Legal Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/electrolytic-cell/"
}