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How does electroplating work
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Using the example of copper:
The material desired to be plated is used as the negative electrode (cathode). This attracts the +ve charged copper ions which reduce to form a layer of copper over the electrode.
Copper metal could also be used as the positive electrode (anode) which undergoes oxidation releasing copper ions into the electrolyte solution.
The material desired to be plated is used as the negative electrode (cathode). This attracts the +ve charged copper ions which reduce to form a layer of copper over the electrode.
Copper metal could also be used as the positive electrode (anode) which undergoes oxidation releasing copper ions into the electrolyte solution.