An amphoteric betaine electrolyte additive enabling a stable Zn metal anode for aqueous batteries
Zhongqiu Jia, Wenzhi Zhao, Shouyan Hu, Xianpeng Yang, Tianshun He, Xiaoqi Sun
Abstract
An amphoteric compound of betaine is demonstrated as an electrolyte additive for aqueous zinc batteries. It forms hydrogen bonds with water and preferentially adsorbs on the Zn surface, which inhibits side reactions and ensures uniform Zn deposition.
Topics & Concepts
AnodeElectrolyteBetaineAqueous solutionMetalInorganic chemistryChemistryMaterials scienceChemical engineeringOrganic chemistryElectrodePhysical chemistryEngineeringAdvanced battery technologies researchAdvanced Battery Materials and TechnologiesAdvanced Battery Technologies Research