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For questions about the chemical concepts of electrolysis.

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Is my electrolysis emitting compounds from additional reactions?

I am separating water into hydrogen and oxygen via electrolysis. The electrolyte solution is sodium hydroxide (NaOH) in deionized water. Electrodes are 99.96% pure nickel. …
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Is it possible to improve electrolysis rate without increasing heat?

I've considered investing in a cooling system, but I'm also interested in knowing whether or not it is possible to somehow improve the efficiency of the electrolysis and thereby improve separation rate …
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Does electrode material affect efficiency of water electrolysis?

I've been creating hydrogen via electrolysis of water, using pure nickel strips as electrodes, in a sodium hydroxide solution. (These nickel strips are commonly sold for use in battery packs). …
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Competing half reactions in electrolysis of aqueous solution of sodium hydroxide

If you run a direct current using pure nickel electrodes through a solution of NaOH in distilled water, you will separate the water into hydrogen and oxygen. Are there any other reactions that could …
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