Abstract
The electrochemical behaviour of galvanic systems containing various molten indium chloride electrolytes, initially at equilibrium with indium metal, has been studied. The cathodic reduction processes and the anodic dissolution of the metal are reversible and involve the transfer of a single electron. It is concluded that the oxidation of In + at an inert anode (either graphite or tungsten) involves the transfer of two electrons and gives rise to species where indium is present in a +3 oxidation state. The passivity of inert anodes has been identified as being due to the formation of solid salt layers. The experimental results obtained for various electrolysing systems are discussed. Using inert anodes, and following changes in the electrolyte composition with the passage of the current, has enabled the behaviour of a cell on either open circuit or short circuit to be studied.
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