cyclic voltammetry
Cyclic voltammetry is an electrochemical technique used to study the redox behavior of chemical species. It involves applying a varying voltage to an electrode immersed in a solution, allowing researchers to observe how the current changes in response to the applied voltage. This method helps identify the oxidation and reduction potentials of different compounds.
The resulting current-voltage curve, known as a cyclic voltammogram, provides valuable information about the kinetics and thermodynamics of electrochemical reactions. Cyclic voltammetry is widely used in fields such as analytical chemistry, materials science, and biochemistry to investigate various substances, including metals and biomolecules.