Diamond electrodes

With their unique chemical stability and high electron mobility, boron-dope d thin diamond films are likely to have favorable properties for a number o f electrochemical applications. A review of the recent developments in this field is presented with critical evaluation of the experimental data. In p articular, the relationship between the material's characteristics and the electrochemical behavior of the electrodes is discussed in detail. A number of potential applications for these electrodes are presented: for dimensio nally stable electrodes in highly corrosive environments, for discharging t oxic effluents, and for electrochemical sensors.