Critical Interpretation of Electrodeposition Studies Involving Traces of Elements

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Abstract
In studies of the deposition of trace amounts of elements, most of the experimental results which have been termed abnormal are really a logical consequence of the assumption that the surface is heterogeneous, and that deposition tends to take place on the more active sites. The lattice sites need not be endowed with specific properties other than those resulting from surface structure. Defining the active centers by relating their binding capacity to the work function of the electrode material is unnecessary and incorrect.