Cos Sci: Vocab Chpt 13 (Part 1)

Negative electrode of an electrotherapy device; usually black and is marked with an N or a minus (-) sign.

Substances that speed up chemical reactions.

Process of infusing an alkaline (negative) product into the tissues from the negative pole toward the positive pole.

The path of negative and positive electric currents moving from the generating source through the conductors and back to the generating source.

Electrode of an electrotherapy device that is used on the area to be treated.

Any material that conducts electricity.

A or amp; unit that measures the strength of an electric current.

Flow of electricity along a conductor.

A form of anaphoresis; process used to soften and emulsify grease deposits (oil) and blackheads in the hair follicles.

AC; rapid and interrupted current, flowing first in one direction and then in the opposite direction.