In situ observation of electrolytic H2evolution adjacent to gold cathodes

Y. Liu, S. J. Dillon

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Abstract

The early stages of gas evolution during electrolytic hydrogen production on Au electrodes are characterized by in situ transmission electron microscopy. The results demonstrate that reaction product molecules initially dissolve into solution and then nucleate near, but not on, the electrodes. The gas subsequently wets the electrodes and its successive evolution is governed by triple phase boundary line motion.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1761-1763
Number of pages3
JournalChemical Communications
Volume50
Issue number14
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 21 2014
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • Catalysis
  • Ceramics and Composites
  • General Chemistry
  • Surfaces, Coatings and Films
  • Metals and Alloys
  • Materials Chemistry

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