What's the difference between anode and galvanic?

Anode


Definition:

  • (n.) The positive pole of an electric battery, or more strictly the electrode by which the current enters the electrolyte on its way to the other pole; -- opposed to cathode.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) The isoenzyme pattern of lactate dehydrogenase (EC 1.1.1.27) in serum was "anodic," with isoenzyme 1 greater than isoenzyme 2--an unusual pattern for myopathies.
  • (2) The anodic polarization profiles are presented, as well as scanning electron micrographs and x-ray analysis of the corroded amalgam surfaces.
  • (3) Results obtained from a such study are here compared with levels obtained from a comparative determination of the metals in the mosses by three other techniques: Differential pulse anodic stripping voltammetry (DPASV), Direct current plasma (atomic emission) spectroscopy (DCPS) and X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectroscopy.
  • (4) Three brands of Ca supplement, a laboratory-reagent grade CaCO3 and a certified reference material (International Atomic Energy Agency H-5 Animal Bone) wee analysed for Cd and Pb by four different analytical techniques, viz., anodic stripping voltammetry inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry, flame atomic absorption spectrometry and electrothermal atomic absorption spectrometry.
  • (5) Three variants, designated A, B and C in order of decreasing mobility to the anode, were detected and were shown to be controlled by three codominant alleles, GCA, GCB and GCC.
  • (6) Twenty-one rats were divided into two groups: the control group which received no galvanic stimulation, and the galvanically stimulated group which received anodal galvanic stimulation (unipolar monoauricular, 5 mA in intensity, 500 msec of duration, 1 Hz in frequency) for 30 minutes.
  • (7) The tonic influences were expressed in an increase in the amplitude parameters of the responses of the visual cortex in conditions of the formation in the posterolateral nucleus of the thalamus of a focus of heightened excitability (anode polarization), and their perceptible diminution with potassium depression in this nucleus.
  • (8) two bands) in the order of decreasing mobility toward the anode.
  • (9) A pure Domal magnesium anode was utilized with this cathode, which seemed to be a good compromise between to battery's voltage, its lifetime, and its lack of toxicity to body tissues.
  • (10) Isolation of the C2 isozyme by the usual methods results in most of it forming a mixed disulfide with glutathione and this product designated as C3 has an increased anodic mobility.
  • (11) Crossed immunoelectrophoresis showed more anodal migration than the normal control in the presence of calcium ions, and adsorption of protein C to barium citrate was insufficient.
  • (12) Filter extracts of airborne particles from a Söderberg potroom and an anode paste plant were tested for mutagenicity by the Salmonella reversion assay.
  • (13) These results suggest that anodal direct currents induce transient and long-lasting activation of the SNC neurons, resulting in increases in rotational behavior.
  • (14) By isoelectrofocusing in agarose, the properdin factor allotype BfF could be split into two subtypes: BfFa with one major cathodic band and BfFb with the same cathodic band but in addition a major anodic band.
  • (15) To determine if anodal excitation during bipolar stimulation facilitates the initiation of sustained monomorphic ventricular tachycardia, nonsustained polymorphic ventricular tachycardia, or repetitive ventricular responses, both bipolar and cathodal unipolar programmed ventricular stimulation with one to three extrastimuli delivered during ventricular pacing at two rates from the right ventricular apex were performed in 28 patients evaluated for spontaneous sustained ventricular tachycardia or ventricular fibrillation (11 patients), nonsustained tachycardia (eight patients), or syncope (nine patients).
  • (16) Four electrode configurations were tested: 1) distal electrode (cathode) to proximal electrode and chest wall patch (common anodes), 2) distal electrode (cathode) to chest wall patch (anode), 3) distal electrode (cathode) to proximal electrode (anode), and 4) chest wall patch (cathode) to proximal electrode (anode).
  • (17) Of the two SOD fractions of platelets, lymphocytes, and granulocytes rapidly migrating to the anode, by the capacity to be inhibited with cyanide or organic solvents the first SOD fraction was attributed to cytosol enzyme, while the second one -- to mitochondrial enzyme.
  • (18) The Gemini 415A units with dual anodal rings were implanted under investigational protocol in 53 patients from September 1982 to August 1984.
  • (19) Although all five proteins specifically bind to porcine thyroglobulin, the cathodal migrating proteins bind more strongly than the anodal migrating proteins.
  • (20) Iodination increased the anodal mobility of TBG but did not affect the reversible T4-binding, precipitation by antiserum, or the heat-inactivation properties.

Galvanic


Definition:

  • (a.) Of or pertaining to, or exhibiting the phenomena of, galvanism; employing or producing electrical currents.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) The videos galvanized a reaction against Planned Parenthood among pro-life activists and politicians.
  • (2) Tests included recording the scalp EEG, visual and auditory cerebral evoked-potentials, the CNV, cerebral slow potentials related to certainty of response correctness in auditory discrimination tasks, heart rate, respiration and the galvanic skin response.
  • (3) Twenty-one rats were divided into two groups: the control group which received no galvanic stimulation, and the galvanically stimulated group which received anodal galvanic stimulation (unipolar monoauricular, 5 mA in intensity, 500 msec of duration, 1 Hz in frequency) for 30 minutes.
  • (4) The presence of two dissimilar metals in the mouth acting as electrodes, with saliva serving as an electrolyte, can generate an intraoral electric current known as galvanic action.
  • (5) Galvanic stimulation of the vestibular system provokes a nystagmus as well as a tendency to fall.
  • (6) The probability of skin-galvanic reaction appearance was harshly decreased.
  • (7) Rainwater stored in a galvanized iron tank could provide 23 mg of zinc per day when used for domestic purposes.
  • (8) The compensatory process of vestibular neuronitis in 7 patients was followed up and evaluated using the Combined Galvanic Test (CGT) and other neuro-otological data.
  • (9) The resting discharge, discharge regularity, and responses to both externally applied galvanic currents and sinusoidal head rotations were determined for most neurons.
  • (10) A comparison of the experimental results indicates strong similarities in the optimum magnitude and polarity of the externally applied galvanic current in animals and plants.
  • (11) Since at least 10% of our household plumbing systems are made up of lead pipes and 75%, of galvanized iron pipes that contain lead, the heavy metals are acquired from the water used to prepare the formula.
  • (12) The study of the hepatic tissue of the sacrificed rats evidenced that oral administration of mineral water followed in an hour by hepatic galvanization results in a significant elevation of hepatic content of labelled sulphur and rubidium, whereas the level of labelled sodium remained unchanged.
  • (13) The influence of epilation by means of diathermy and galvanic current on the hair roots in the beard region of 11 women with idiopathic hirsutism has been investigated.
  • (14) Photograph: Daniel Hernandez It's that fear, that pain, they say, that has galvanized their movement.
  • (15) The effects of galvanic stimulation of the vestibular apparatus (with electrodes on the mastoid processes) have been studied in standing human subjects.
  • (16) The stainless steel shank is a cathodic component of a three-way galvanic cell, whereas the silver soldered joint is an anodic component.
  • (17) Before long, smartphones will be able to deduce our emotional state from our social interactions and tone of voice, while wearable sensors will measure adherence to "smart" medicines and gather important data on a range of factors relevant to mental health, including sleep quality, cardiovascular status, galvanic skin response and even gait.
  • (18) Mg2+ electrophoresis and, to a lesser degree, galvanization enhanced 32P incorporation in incisors and maxillary bones.
  • (19) The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of both high volt galvanic current (HVG) and isometric exercise to strengthen the quadriceps femoris muscles in 17 healthy subjects.
  • (20) Modulation by head and trunk positions of the vestibulo-spinal reflexes was studied in the soleus muscle activities induced by galvanic stimulation of the labyrinth.