| abstract |
An electrochemical process is described in which a particular kind of electrode is used. The electrode surface is made up of certain types of oxides. A process for preparing the electrodes is also described. Such electrodes exhibit long life and are highly efficient in that reduced electropotential is observed. This property is particularly advantageous in that it reduces power consumption for the electrochemical process and reduces undesirable side reactions in the electrochemical process. Particular processes where this electrode is useful are electrodeposition of metals such as gold, copper, nickel, and palladium, the production of chlorine and oxygen by electrolysis, electrolytic loading of electrodes for batteries, and production of electricity in fuel cells. |