Electrochemistry
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Electrochemical processes are uniformly based on redox
(reduction/oxidation) reactions. Think of it as the opposite of a battery.
In a battery the chemical process is spontaneous and produces electrical
energy, while in an electrolysis you need to put electrical energy in to
run the chemical proces ....
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.... reactions can proceed under milder conditions (more safely),
with less hazardous waste (better for the environment), and in higher
yields (better for your wallet) than a similar process using chemical
reagents. Some synthetic processes can only be done using electrochemical
methods, and electrochemical methods are used in the large-to-medium-scale
synthesis of organic "fine chemicals" because of the financial, safety and
environmental advantages. Here's a page outlining some ....
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