Concentration-function coupled electrolytes harmonize thermodynamics and kinetics for stable zinc metal batteries
Tao Liu, Xusheng Dong, Jiashuo Zhang, Huihui Chen, Rongrong Cao, Zixu Sun, Wanhai Zhou, Hongpeng Li, Dongliang Chao, Zhen Zhou, Ruizheng Zhao
Abstract
A concentration–function coupled electrolyte regulates zinc anode thermodynamics and kinetics. With distinct gradients, the dual components exert independent yet synergistic effects, significantly enhancing zinc anode stability.
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ElectrolyteKineticsZincThermodynamicsMetalChemistryFunction (biology)Physical chemistryElectrodePhysicsOrganic chemistryBiologyQuantum mechanicsEvolutionary biologyAdvanced battery technologies researchAdvanced Battery Materials and TechnologiesIonic liquids properties and applications