Definition

To coat a metal, usually aluminum, with a protective layer through an electrochemical process.

Example

The manufacturer decided to anodise the aluminum parts to prevent corrosion.

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Conversation

Hey, have you ever thought about how to anodise aluminum parts for your project?

Not really, but I’ve heard it makes them more durable.

Yeah, it’s a process that adds a protective layer.

Sounds interesting! I might look into it for my next build.

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Root Explanation

Anodise is formed from "anode" (from Greek "anodos", meaning way up or ascent) and the suffix "-ise" (meaning to make or to become). The word refers to the process of making a surface more resistant to corrosion by creating an oxide layer on the surface of a metal, typically aluminum, through an electrolytic process.

Memory Tip

Think of 'anode' as the 'way up' where the process makes the metal surface more resistant, and '-ise' means to make. This helps you remember that anodise means to make a surface more durable.

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