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The preparation of a fast response Ag/Ag(2)SO(4) reference electrode
G Finoly1, W Leidert, M Bickel
1Institute for Reference Materials and Measurements, European Commission, Joint Research Centre, Retieseweg, B-2440, Geel, Belgium.
Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry
|April 1, 1996
Summary
A new silver/silver sulfate reference electrode was developed for fast endpoint detection in coulometric titrations. This electrode offers rapid response times, improving titration accuracy and efficiency.
Area of Science:
- Analytical Chemistry
- Electrochemistry
Background:
- Reference electrodes are crucial for electrochemical measurements.
- Fast response times are essential for accurate endpoint detection in titrations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the preparation of a novel silver/silver sulfate (Ag/Ag2SO4) reference electrode.
- To evaluate its suitability for detecting the endpoint in coulometric titrations.
Main Methods:
- Preparation of the Ag/Ag2SO4 reference electrode.
- Testing the electrode's response time and stability.
- Application in coulometric titration endpoint detection.
Main Results:
- The developed Ag/Ag2SO4 electrode exhibits a fast response.
- The electrode is effective for precise endpoint determination in coulometric titrations.
Conclusions:
- The described procedure yields a high-performance reference electrode.
- This electrode enhances the efficiency and accuracy of coulometric titrations.