The theoretical evaluation of the poly(3,4-dimetylpyrroIe) cathodic electrodeposition assisted by manganate ions
Abstract
The theoretical description of poly(3,4-dimethylpyrrole) cathodic electrodeposition in alkaline media has been
reported for the first time. The electrochemical deposition of conducting polymer on cathode is realized by in situ
formation of manganate-ions (MnO4
2-
) as oxidizing agents, and the proper polymer may be doped by hypomanagate,
ions (MnO4
3-
). The stable steady-state in this system was established rapidly and efficiently, and the polymer surface
has to be well developed. No electrochemical instabilities, typical for anodic direct electropolymerization, was
observed.