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cation definition

cat·ion (kat′ī′ən)

noun

a positively charged ion, esp. one that moves toward the cathode during electrolysis

Etymology: coined by Michael Faraday < Gr kation, thing going down, neut. prp. of katienai, to go down < kata, down + ienai, to go: see via

Related Forms:

  • cationic cat·ionic (kat′ī än′ik) adjective

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cation Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • charge: This means they are attractive to positively charged calcium cations ( Opposites attract in life.

Adjective modifier

  • divalent: They show varying permeability to a range of monovalent and divalent cations.

Modifies a noun

  • deposition: In cooperation with ITE Bush, prepare maps of total sulfur, nitrogen and base cation deposition in the UK.

Noun used with modifier

  • qualifi: Potential students to the Cricket Academy need to apply for a full-time academic qualifi cation in addition to membership of the Cricket Academy.
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