Electrochemistry of Natural Compounds

This book bridges the gap between electrochemistry and the fascinating world of phytochemicals, phytopharmaceuticals, and other naturally occurring substances. It offers a comprehensive guide to understanding and applying electrochemical techniques for their synthesis, analysis, and corrosion inhibition.

Electrochemistry of Natural Compounds explores cutting-edge techniques in electrosynthesis, emphasizing green chemistry principles for the sustainable production of these valuable molecules. It delves into the application of natural compounds in nanoparticle biosynthesis and their subsequent electrochemical applications. A significant portion of the book focuses on the investigation of natural compounds as corrosion inhibitors, utilizing Tafel polarization and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. Further, it provides a thorough review of voltammetric methods, including cyclic voltammetry, linear sweep voltammetry, differential pulse voltammetry, and more, highlighting electrode modification strategies and optimization techniques. Practical aspects, such as solution preparation, electrode fabrication, and the impact of pH, are addressed, making this a hands-on resource for researchers and students. This book offers a unique combination of electrosynthesis, corrosion inhibition, and voltammetric measurement techniques specifically tailored for the analysis and application of natural compounds. This holistic approach fills a gap in current literature, providing researchers with a valuable resource for developing novel electrochemical methods for analyzing and utilizing natural products across diverse scientific disciplines. Key Features:Introduces terms and concepts used to describe electrochemical reactionsCovers green chemistry, oxidation, and reduction early to provide a foundation for understanding later topicsExplores factors that affect voltammetric methods used to determine natural compoundsAddresses coverage of green nanoparticle synthesis using these methodsStudies the use of cyclic voltammetry (CV), linear sweep voltammetry (LSV), chronocoulometry, differential pulse voltammetry (DPV), and rotating disc electrode (RDE)