Electroplating Flashcards
1
Q
What is electroplating?
A
The process of covering an object with another metal (it must be conductive)
2
Q
What are the advantages of this?
A
It places a constant layer of metal on an object
3
Q
What are the disadvantage of this?
A
Only works on objects that conducts electricity
4
Q
How does it work?
A
It takes the cathode out of the material meaning the positive metal ions are attracted
5
Q
Why is it helpful
A
Waterproofing ,aesthetics ,protection from reactions
