Biochemistry
Electrochemical
Relating to chemical reactions that involve the transfer of electrons, creating electrical current, or using electrical energy to drive chemical reactions.
Biological Context
All nerve signals are electrochemical—ions flowing across membranes create electrical gradients that propagate signals. ATP synthesis is electrochemical, using proton gradients across mitochondrial membranes. Life itself runs on electrochemical processes.
Business Application
Information flow in organizations has electrochemical parallels: gradients of knowledge or authority drive communication. Signals propagate through networks via local transmission. Understanding these electrochemical-like dynamics helps design better communication systems.