New Edition: Understanding Voltammetry (3rd Edition)The power of
electrochemical measurements in respect of thermodynamics, kinetics and
analysis is widely recognized but the subject can be unpredictable to
the novice even if they have a strong physical and chemical background,
especially if they wish to pursue the study of quantitative measurements
further. Accordingly, some significant experiments are perhaps wisely
never attempted while the literature is sadly replete with flawed
attempts at rigorous voltammetry.This textbook considers how to go about
designing, explaining and interpreting experiments centered around
various forms of voltammetry (cyclic, microelectrode, hydrodynamic,
etc.). The reader is assumed to have attained a knowledge equivalent to
Master's level of physical chemistry but no exposure to electrochemistry
in general, or voltammetry in particular. While the book is designed to
"stand alone", references to important research papers are given to
provide an introductory entry into the literature.In comparison to the
first edition, two new chapters -- transport via migration and
nanoelectrochemistry -- are added. Minor changes and updates are also
made throughout the textbook to facilitate enhanced understanding and
greater clarity of exposition.
