
Nickel and Chrome plate. Image credit 1911forum.com
ZIMSEC O Level Combined Science Notes: Experiment Chrome plating a nickel cathode
Aim: To chrome plate a nickel cathode
Materials: nickel-plated electrode, lead electrode, beaker, chromic acid
Method
- Set up an electrolytic cell using a nickel plated cathode from this experiment
- Place 200cm3 of chromic acid solution in a beaker
- Warm it up to 40°C
- Pass a current through the solution for about 20 minutes
- Switch off the current and disconnect the cathode
Observations and results
- The nickel plated cathode is covered by chrome and achieves a glossy finish
- It does adhere well even during polishing
- Chrome shines more than nickel
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