A polarographic analysis of the tetracyanoaurate (III) and the dicyanoaurate (I) complexes

Author

David Jefferson McClemens, Union College - Schenectady, NY

Date of Award

6-1964

Document Type

Open Access

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science

Department

Chemistry

Language

English

Abstract

A polarographic analysis of the two gold complexes, dicyanoaurate (I) and tetracyanoaurate (III), was undertaken. Both complexes were shown to have distinguishable current-voltage curves. Previous work on the dicyanoaurate (I) was confirmed, and new data was added for the low concentrations. The tetracyanoaurate (III) was investigated, and the half-wave potential was found to be -0.32 volts. Maxima problems with the complex were encountered and resolved.

Recommended Citation

McClemens, David Jefferson, "A polarographic analysis of the tetracyanoaurate (III) and the dicyanoaurate (I) complexes" (1964). Honors Theses. 1985.
https://digitalworks.union.edu/theses/1985