Reactant adsorption in analytical pulse voltammetry: methodology and recommendations (technical report)

This report surveys the effects that arise in pulse voltammetric analysis if the reactant is adsorbed at the electrode/solution interface. Modifications of normal and differential pulse polarograms are outlined. Suitable methodology is developed on the basis of available theory and experimental evidence. The report is concluded with guide-lines for detecting reactant adsorption as well as recommendations for properly dealing with them in practical analytical situations.