Diane B. Parry

Properties of electrochemically generated poly(p-phenylene)

Abstract Poly( p -phenylene) (PPP) electrodes formed by anodic oxidation of biphenyl in acetonitrile solutions were examined. As a cell, we observe generally high discharge current densities and rapid discharge rates. PPP electrochemistry and cell performance were found to depend significantly on the nature of the supporting electrolyte present during electrosynthesis and doping. These electrodes were also found to catalyse O 2 reduction. Raman and scanning electron microscopic results are also presented.

A conducting polymer formed from the anodic oxidation of toluene in acetonitrile

As opposed to the much harsher conditions demanded in homogeneous solutions, a conducting polymer of toluene is readily formed by anodic oxidation of acetonitrile solutions containing the precursor.