Galvanic (adjective)

Relating to, producing, or using a type of direct electrical current, especially one produced by a battery or generator.

Origin:

The term 'galvanic' is derived from the name of luigi galvani, an italian scientist who first discovered the phenomenon of electrical stimulation of muscles in 1791.

Examples:

1. The galvanic battery was a major invention that revolutionized the field of electrical power generation.
2. Galvanic skin response is a technique used in lie detection to measure changes in sweat gland activity.
3. The galvanic cell is a device used to generate a continuous flow of electric current.
4. The galvanic reaction between two different metals can produce a significant electrical current.
5. The galvanic corrosion of metal pipes is a common problem in plumbing systems.