ELECTROCHEMICALLY SYNTHESIZED NI-MO ALLOY VIA HYDROGEN EVOLUTION REACTION: CHARACTERIZATION AND PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS.
Keywords:
Ni-Mo alloy, Hydrogen evolution reaction, Characterization, Performance analysis Electrochemical synthesisAbstract
In this investigation, an innovative synthesis approach utilizing electric heating/ reductive annealing based on the hydrogen evolution reaction was employed to create Ni-Mo alloy. The procedure involved precise mixing of Nickel (II) nitrate hexahydrate and Ammonium molybdate in a 1:1 ratio, followed by grinding the mixture into a fine powder. Subsequent heating in a fuming hood within the temperature range of 950°C to 1000°C led to the completion of the reaction, as indicated by the disappearance of the green color and yellow fumes.
Diverse analytical methods were subsequently applied to characterize the synthesized Ni-Mo alloy. X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) was employed to assess the crystallinity and structural properties, while Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) offered detailed insights into the surface morphology of the alloy. Inductive Coupled Plasma (ICP) analyses were carried out to ascertain the percentage composition and detect the synthesized Ni-Mo alloy, providing a comprehensive understanding of its elemental makeup.
In order to evaluate the electrochemical performance, measurements of hydrogen generation were conducted using electrical impedance analysis. This methodology yielded valuable insights into the efficiency of the alloy in facilitating the hydrogen evolution reaction, with potential implications for various electrochemical processes. The incorporation of these characterization techniques enhances the comprehensive evaluation of the synthesized Ni-Mo alloy, rendering this
study valuable for both fundamental research and potential practical applications in the realm of electrochemical alloy synthesis and hydrogen evolution reactions.
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