Cyclic cohomology and algebra extensions

We construct a spectral sequence to study cyclic cohomology for an extension A = R/I of algebras. When R is a free algebra we describe the cyclic cohomology of A in terms of traces defined on R or powers of I. Explicit cyclic cocycles representing the cyclic cohomology class belonging to the trace are constructed as analogues of Chern character and Chern-Simons forms.Dedicated to Alexander Grothendieck     

Synthesis and electrochemistry of Group 6 tetracarbonyl (N,N′-bis(ferrocenylmethylene)ethylenediamine)metal(0) complexes

Thermal substitution reaction of Cr(CO)₄(η^2:2-1,5-cyclooctadiene), Mo(CO)₄(η^2:2-norbornadiene), and W(CO)₅(η²-bis(trimethylsilyl)ethyne) with N,N′-bis(ferrocenylmethylene)ethylenediamine (bfeda) yields M(CO)₄(bfeda) complexes which could be isolated from the reaction solution and characterized by elemental analysis, MS, IR, and NMR spectroscopy. In the case of tungsten, W(CO)₅(bfeda) is formed as intermediate and then undergoes the ring closure reaction yielding the ultimate product W(CO)₄(bfeda). The electrochemical behavior of the M(CO)₄(bfeda) complexes was studied by using cyclic voltammetry (CV) and differential pulse voltammetry (DPV) in dichloromethane with tetrabutylammonium tetrafluoroborate as electrolyte. Constant potential electrolysis of the complexes was performed successively at their peak potentials at 0 °C in their CH₂Cl₂ solution and the electrolysis was followed by in situ recording the electronic absorption spectra in every 5 mC. In the electrolysis of Cr(CO)₄(bfeda), the central Cr(0) is oxidized first and electrolysis continues with oxidations of two ferrocenyl groups until the end of totally three moles of electron passage per mole of complex. In the electrolysis of Mo(CO)₄(bfeda) and W(CO)₄(bfeda) the first oxidation occurs on the central atom forming a short-lived species which undergoes an intramolecular one-electron transfer and is reduced back to M(0) while one of the ferrocene units is oxidized to the ferrocenium cation at the same time. This indicates that the electron is transferred from iron to the central metal atom.     

Voltammetric determination of hafnium with calconcarboxylic acid

The interaction of Hf(IV) with calconcarboxylic acid (1-(2-hydroxy-4-sulfo-1-naphtylazo)-3-naphtolic acid) was investigated by cyclic voltammetry varying various factors (pH, ionic strength, contents of ethanol and scan rate). Optimal conditions of Hf(IV) determination in the presence of calconcarboxylic acid were found: acetic buffer solution pH 2.6, scan rate 0.5 Vs⁻¹. The detection limit of Hf(IV) concentration was 2.46 × 10⁻⁷ mol L⁻¹. The influence of foreign ions on the Hf(IV) determination was studied. It was established that some metals like cadmium, nickel, zinc, copper and titanium could be determined with Hf(IV) simultaneously. The method of voltammetric determination of hafnium was tested on model solutions and used in the determination of Hf(IV) in terbium-base alloy.     

5－（4－乙酰氧基苯基），10，15，20－三苯基卟啉金属配合物修饰的铂支撑双层脂膜的IV性质

合成并表征了５－（４－乙酰氧基苯基），１０，１５，２０－三苯基卟啉及其金属配合物，将它们作为修饰物，制得铂支撑的双层脂膜，用循环伏安法研究了抗坏血酸的氧化还原反应，并对其机理作了探讨。     

Substituted pyrazine-di-N-oxides as the mediators of catalytic oxidation of organic compounds

The mechanism of oxidation of 2,5-dimethyl-, 2,3,5,6-tetramethyl-, 2,3-dimethyl-5,6-cyclohexa, and 3-phenyl-5,6-cyclohexapyrazine-di-N-oxides is studied by cyclic voltammetry, quantum chemical simulations, and ESR electrolysis. The studies are carried out on electrodes of glassy carbon and Pt in 0.1 M LiClO₄ solutions in acetonitrile. ESR spectra of radical cations of substituted pyrazine-di-N-oxides are recorded. The effects of the temperature, oxygen, and the additions of water, pyridine, and acid on the shape of cyclic voltamograms and the intensity of ESR signals of pyrazine-di-N-oxides are studied. A quantum-chemical simulation of the reaction of pyrazine-di-N-oxide radical cations with acetonitrile is carried out. The oxidation of substituted pyrazine-di-N-oxides is described by the E₁C₁E₂C₂ mechanism, which includes the stage of the formation of a complex between the di-N-oxide radical cation and acetonitrile.     

联苯胺—H2O2—HRP偶合反应伏安酶联免疫分析新体系测定HRP的研究

提出了联苯胺－Ｈ２Ｏ３－ＨＲＰ偶合反应伏安酶联免疫分析新体系测定ＨＲＰ的方法。通过测定ＨＲＰ催化Ｈ２Ｏ２氧化联苯胺的产物间接测定ＨＲＰ的浓度。     

Analysis and Speciation of Traces of Arsenic in Environmental,Food and Industrial Samples by Voltammetry: a Review

Voltammetric approaches for the determination of arsenic and speciation at trace levels are critically appraised in a review covering the literature from 1970 to 2002. Special attention is devoted to stripping modes and to issues related to the choice of working material and supporting electrolyte. A section is dedicated to the management of real samples and aspects of sample preparation. An extensive compilation, organized by real sample type, gathers essential experimental conditions. Potentiometric stripping analysis is introduced for sake of comparison. The coupling of voltammetric detection or preaccumulation with FIA, chromatography, capillary electrophoresis and ICP techniques is also addressed.     

Cyclic voltammograms of iron and C-steels in oxalic acid solutions and investigation of the effect of phenyl phthalimide as corrosion inhibitors

Summary The electrochemical behaviour of Fe and C-steel samples in oxalic acid solutions was studied by the use of cyclic voltammetry. Two peaks were observed; the first one was the anodic peak and the second one an unexpected reductive dissolution peak which could be observed in the cathodic branch of cyclic voltammograms of all electrodes studied. The carbon content was found to increase the active dissolution of steels and to decrease their tendency towards passivation. The inhibitive efficiency of phenyl phthalimide derivatives on the active dissolution of Fe and steel samples in 0.1M oxalic acid were investigated.

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Cyclische Voltammogramme von Eisen und C-Stählen in Oxalsäurelösungen und der Einfluß von Phenylphthalimiden als Korrosionsinhibitoren

Zusammenfassung Das elektrochemische Verhalten von Eisen und C-Stählen in Oxalsäurelösungen wurde mit Hilfe cyclischer Voltammetrie studiert. Dabei treten zwei Signale auf: das anodische Signal sowie ein unerwartetes reduktives Lösungssignal. Letzteres wurde im kathodischen Zweig der cyclischen Voltammogramme aller untersuchten Elektroden gefunden. Der Kohlenstoffgehalt erhöht die aktive Auflösung von Stählen und erniedrigt ihre Tendenz zur Passivierung. Die Inhibitionseffizienz von Phenylphthalimiden für die aktive Auflösung von Eisen und Stahlproben in 0.1M Oxalsäure wurde untersucht.

     

Fabrication and electrochemistry study of multi-thiol coronary molecule monolayers

Single-component monolayer of novel multi-thiol coronary molecule and two-component mixed monolayer composed of coronary molecule and n-alkanethiol on gold substrates are described. The assembly of monolayers is characterized by ellipsometry, infrared spectroscopy and X-ray photoelectron spectroscope. The electrochemical properties of the single- and two-component monolayers are evaluated by cyclic voltammetry and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy experiments. Coronary molecule with multi-thiol groups has the ability to form stable monolayer via the interaction of mercapto groups and Au surface. Electrochemical impedance measurements indicate that 89.9% of the gold surface is blocked by the coronary molecule, which is attributed to the special spatial structure of the coronary molecule. The uncovered site on gold surface in coronary molecule monolayer could be occupied by the second suitable molecule. The mixed monolayer prepared by stepwise assembly of coronary molecule and n-alkanethiol has complete compact packing and few defects.     

Electrochemical, morphological and microstructural characterization of carbon film resistor electrodes for application in electrochemical sensors

The electrochemical and microstructural properties of carbon film electrodes made from carbon film electrical resistors of 1.5, 15, 140 Ω and 2.0 kΩ nominal resistance have been investigated before and after electrochemical pre-treatment at +0.9 V vs SCE, in order to assess the potential use of these carbon film electrodes as electrochemical sensors and as substrates for sensors and biosensors. The results obtained are compared with those at electrodes made from previously investigated 2 Ω carbon film resistors. Cyclic voltammetry was performed in acetate buffer and phosphate buffer saline electrolytes and the kinetic parameters of the model redox system Fe(CN)₆^3−/4− obtained. The 1.5 Ω resistor electrodes show the best properties for sensor development with wide potential windows, similar electrochemical behaviour to those of 2 Ω and close-to-reversible kinetic parameters after electrochemical pre-treatment. The 15 and 140 Ω resistor electrodes show wide potential windows although with slower kinetics, whereas the 2.0 kΩ resistor electrodes show poor cyclic voltammetric profiles even after pre-treatment. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy related these findings to the interfacial properties of the electrodes. Microstructural and morphological studies were carried out using contact mode Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), Confocal Raman spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction. AFM showed more homogeneity of the films with lower nominal resistances, related to better electrochemical characteristics. X-ray diffraction and Confocal Raman spectroscopy indicate the existence of a graphitic structure in the carbon films.