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From this reading A simple apparatus, which any boy can make, to generate pure oxygen and pure hydrogen, is shown in Fig. 89.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading A simple apparatus, which any boy can make, to generate pure oxygen and pure hydrogen, is shown in Fig. 89.
apparatusnounUS /ˌæpərˈætəs/
equipment designed to serve a specific function
From this reading A simple apparatus, which any boy can make, to generate pure oxygen and pure hydrogen, is shown in Fig. 89.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading MAKING HYDROGEN AND OXYGEN.--During this electrical action, the hydrogen is set free at the negative pole and the oxygen at the positive pole.
batterynounUS /ˈbætəri/
group of guns or missile launchers operated together at one place
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
a youthful male person
From this reading A simple apparatus, which any boy can make, to generate pure oxygen and pure hydrogen, is shown in Fig. 89.
physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
bulknounUS /bʌlk/
the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading A simple apparatus, which any boy can make, to generate pure oxygen and pure hydrogen, is shown in Fig. 89.
cellnounUS /sel/
A small stone room in a prison where an inmate is locked behind iron bars.
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
of a particle or body or system; having a net amount of positive or negative electric charge
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
compoundsnounUS /ˈkɑːmpaʊndz/
plural of “compound” — a whole formed by a union of two or more elements or parts
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
a flow of electricity through a conductor
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
decomposedverbUS /ˌdiːkəmˈpoʊzd/
past form of “decompose” — separate (substances) into constituent elements or parts
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
DECOMPOSINGverbUS /ˌdiːkəmˈpoʊzɪŋ/
-ing form of “decompose” — separate (substances) into constituent elements or parts
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
a line leading to a place or point
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
disappearverbUS /ˌdɪsəˈpɪr/
get lost, as without warning or explanation
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
earlier in time; previously
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
one or the other of two
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
electricaladjectiveUS /ɪˈlektrɪkəl/
relating to or concerned with electricity
From this reading MAKING HYDROGEN AND OXYGEN.--During this electrical action, the hydrogen is set free at the negative pole and the oxygen at the positive pole.
electricitynounUS /ɪˌlekˈtrɪsəti/
a physical phenomenon associated with stationary or moving electrons and protons
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
electrodesnounUS /ˌɪˈlektroʊdz/
plural of “electrode” — a conductor used to make electrical contact with some part of a circuit
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
ELECTROLYSISnounUS /ɪˌlekˈtrɑːləsəs/
(chemistry) a chemical decomposition reaction produced by passing an electric current through a solution containing ions
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
electrolytenounUS /ɪˌlektrɑːˈlaɪt/
a solution that conducts electricity
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
ELECTROPLATINGverbUS /ˌɪˈlektrəpleɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “electroplate” — coat with metal by electrolysis
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
evolvedverbUS /ɪˈvɑːlvd/
past form of “evolve” — work out
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
experimentsnounUS /ɪkˈsperəmənts/
plural of “experiment” — the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
FignounUS /fɪɡ/
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading A simple apparatus, which any boy can make, to generate pure oxygen and pure hydrogen, is shown in Fig. 89.
after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
having or given a form or shape
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
grant freedom to; free from confinement
From this reading MAKING HYDROGEN AND OXYGEN.--During this electrical action, the hydrogen is set free at the negative pole and the oxygen at the positive pole.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
gasesnounUS /ˈɡæsəz/
plural of “gas” — the state of matter distinguished from the solid and liquid states by: relatively low density and viscosity
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
generateverbUS /ˈdʒenəreɪt/
bring into existence
From this reading A simple apparatus, which any boy can make, to generate pure oxygen and pure hydrogen, is shown in Fig. 89.
hydrogennounUS /ˈhaɪdrədʒən/
a nonmetallic univalent element that is normally a colorless and odorless highly flammable diatomic gas; the simplest and lightest and most abundant element in the universe
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
liquidadjectiveUS /ˈlɪkwəd/
existing as or having characteristics of a liquid; especially tending to flow
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
LIQUIDSnounUS /ˈlɪkwədz/
plural of “liquid” — a substance that is liquid at room temperature and pressure
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
engage in
From this reading A simple apparatus, which any boy can make, to generate pure oxygen and pure hydrogen, is shown in Fig. 89.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading MAKING HYDROGEN AND OXYGEN.--During this electrical action, the hydrogen is set free at the negative pole and the oxygen at the positive pole.
negativeadjectiveUS /ˈneɡətɪv/
characterized by or displaying negation or denial or opposition or resistance; having no positive features
From this reading MAKING HYDROGEN AND OXYGEN.--During this electrical action, the hydrogen is set free at the negative pole and the oxygen at the positive pole.
notedadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊtəd/
widely known and esteemed
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
oxygennounUS /ˈɑːksədʒən/
a nonmetallic bivalent element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless nonflammable diatomic gas; constitutes 21 percent of the atmosphere by volume; the most abundant element in the earth's crust
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
the local environment
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
passesnounUS /ˈpæsəz/
plural of “pass” — (baseball) an advance to first base by a batter who receives four balls
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
situated in a particular spot or position
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
polenounUS /poʊl/
a long (usually round) rod of wood or metal or plastic
From this reading MAKING HYDROGEN AND OXYGEN.--During this electrical action, the hydrogen is set free at the negative pole and the oxygen at the positive pole.
positiveadjectiveUS /ˈpɑːzətɪv/
characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance or certainty etc.
From this reading MAKING HYDROGEN AND OXYGEN.--During this electrical action, the hydrogen is set free at the negative pole and the oxygen at the positive pole.
free of extraneous elements of any kind
From this reading A simple apparatus, which any boy can make, to generate pure oxygen and pure hydrogen, is shown in Fig. 89.
PURIFICATIONnounUS /ˌpjʊrəfəˈkeɪʃən/
the act of cleaning by getting rid of impurities
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
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From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading MAKING HYDROGEN AND OXYGEN.--During this electrical action, the hydrogen is set free at the negative pole and the oxygen at the positive pole.
inflected form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading A simple apparatus, which any boy can make, to generate pure oxygen and pure hydrogen, is shown in Fig. 89.
marked by correspondence or resemblance
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading A simple apparatus, which any boy can make, to generate pure oxygen and pure hydrogen, is shown in Fig. 89.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
plural of “take” — the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading MAKING HYDROGEN AND OXYGEN.--During this electrical action, the hydrogen is set free at the negative pole and the oxygen at the positive pole.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A simple apparatus, which any boy can make, to generate pure oxygen and pure hydrogen, is shown in Fig. 89.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
at the time that
From this reading ELECTROLYSIS, WATER PURIFICATION, ELECTROPLATING DECOMPOSING LIQUIDS.--During the earlier experiments in the field of electricity, after the battery or cell was discovered, it was noted that when a current was formed in the cell, the electrolyte was charged and gases evolved from it.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading A simple apparatus, which any boy can make, to generate pure oxygen and pure hydrogen, is shown in Fig. 89.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading Thus, water is composed of two parts, by bulk, of hydrogen and of oxygen, so that if two electrodes are placed in water, and a current is sent through the electrodes in either direction, all the water will finally disappear in the form of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
in the company of; together with
From this reading A similar action takes place when a current of electricity passes through a liquid, with the result that the liquid is decomposed--that is, the liquid is broken up into its original compounds.