Electrodeposition and Photoelectrochemistry of Cu₂O in Aqueous Solutions

Abstract

Cu201 Photo-electrochemistry I ElectrodepositionWell-defined crystalline Cu20 was electrodeposited on TFO from basic Cu(II)-lactate solutions. Experimental conditions, especially the temperature and pH of the deposition solution, had a strong influence on the deposition kinetics and the morphology of the formed layers. The photo-electrochemical properties of the Cu,0 were investigated. A composite material was made by electrodepositing the p-type Cu,0 inside a nanoporous -type Ti02 electrode.