Miscellaneous
This is the name for something that speeds up a chemical reaction
Catalyst
This type of UV light is most associated with sunburns
UVB light
This unit is used to measure the resistance of an electric current
Ohm
process of infusing an alkaline (negative) product into the tissues from the negative pole toward the positive pole
Anaphoresis
A positive electrode is called a(n)
Anode
A GFI (ground fault interrupter) protects from electrical shock by doing what to the circuit when there is a leak?
Interrupting
Thirty-five percent of natural sunlight is made up of __________
Visible light
This unit is used to measure the strength of an electric current
Ampere
The process of introducing water-soluble products into the skin with the use of electric current is known as
Iontophoresis
The different types of currents used in facial and scalp treatments are called ____________
Modalities
All electrical appliances used in the salon, spa, or barbershop should be certified by what entity?
UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
The ozone layer blocks this type of UV light
UVC
This unit of measurement is the equivalent to 1/1000th of an ampere.
Milliampere
An extremely low level of electricity that mirrors the body’s natural electricity impulses is known as
Microcurrent
Commonly used modalities in beauty and wellness are Tesla high-frequency current, microcurrent, and ___________ current.
Galvanic
This apparatus conducts electric current from an electrotherapy device to the client’s skin
Electrode
Another term for UV light
Cold light/actinic light
The unit for measuring how much electricity is being used in one second
Watt
process of fusing an acidic (positive) product into deeper tissues using galvanic current from the positive pole toward the negative pole
Cataphoresis
This apparatus changes currents from AC (alternating current) to DC (direct current)
Rectifier
The current used in facial and scalp treatments is measured in ________
Milliamperes
Ultraviolet rays make up what percent of natural light?
5%
The unit that measures the pressure or force that pushes electric current forward through a conductor
Volt
a form of anaphoresis; process used to soften and emulsify grease deposits (oil) and blackheads in the hair follicles
Desincrustation
This safety device prevents the overheating of electric wires
Fuses/circuit breakers