How Does Electrosynthesis Work?

Electrosynthesis in chemistry is the synthesis of chemical compounds in an electrochemical cell. Compared to ordinary redox reaction, electrosynthesis sometimes offers improved selectivity and yields. Electrosynthesis is actively studied as a science and also has industrial applications.

Is electrosynthesis always green and advantageous compared to traditional methods?

Traditionally, in order to realize oxidation or reduction processes, stoichiometric amounts of oxidants or reductants are required. ... From the point of avoiding the use of stoichiometric amounts of oxidants or reductants, organic electrosynthesis is undoubtedly a much greener synthetic strategy than traditional methods.

What is electrochemical synthesis?

Electrochemical synthesis is the use of electrical energy to drive chemical change; using electricity to replace toxic and costly chemical reagents. This allows cleaner and cheaper syntheses with greater production efficiency and at reduced cost.