摘要 |
PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an electrocatalyst and additive for the oxidation of solid fuels.SOLUTION: A continuous coal electrolytic cell for the production of pure hydrogen without the need of separated purification units. Electrodes comprising the electrocatalysts comprising noble metals electrodeposited on carbon substrates are also provided. Also provided are methods of using the electrocatalysts provided herein for the electrolysis of coal in acidic medium, as well as electrolytic cells for the production of hydrogen from coal slurries in acidic media employing the electrodes described herein. Further provided are catalytic additives for the electro-oxidation of coal. Additionally provided is an electrochemical treatment process where iron-contaminated effluents are purified in the presence of coal slurries using the developed catalyst. |