Kinetic and mechanistic analysis of a synthetic reversible CO<sub>2</sub>/HCO<sub>2</sub><sup>−</sup> electrocatalyst
Drew W. Cunningham, Jenny Y. Yang
Abstract
[Pt(depe)2](PF6)2 electrocatalyzes the reversible conversion between CO2 and HCO2- with high selectivity and low overpotential but low rates. A comprehensive kinetic analysis indicates the rate determining step for CO2 reduction is the reactivity of a Pt hydride intermediate to produce HCO2-. To accelerate catalysis, the use of cationic and hydrogen-bond donor additives are explored.
Topics & Concepts
OverpotentialElectrocatalystHydrideReactivity (psychology)ChemistryCatalysisCationic polymerizationSelectivityKinetic energyInorganic chemistryHydrogenPhysical chemistryElectrochemistryOrganic chemistryElectrodePathologyPhysicsQuantum mechanicsMedicineAlternative medicineCO2 Reduction Techniques and CatalystsCarbon dioxide utilization in catalysisAmmonia Synthesis and Nitrogen Reduction