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Electroplating is a process used to coat one metal with that of a separate metal. There are many objects in our everyday lives that have been plated with other metals: gold-plated jewelry, nickel and copper plated coins, etc. The process involves passing an electric current through a solution of electrolytes that allows for the transfer of metal ions from the donor metal to the recipient metal.<ref name="rf1">http://www.explainthatstuff.com/electroplating.html</ref> You can easily setup a simple apparatus at home to electroplate your own metals. | Electroplating is a process used to coat one metal with that of a separate metal. There are many objects in our everyday lives that have been plated with other metals: gold-plated jewelry, nickel and copper plated coins, etc. The process involves passing an electric current through a solution of electrolytes that allows for the transfer of metal ions from the donor metal to the recipient metal.<ref name="rf1">http://www.explainthatstuff.com/electroplating.html</ref> You can easily setup a simple apparatus at home to electroplate your own metals. | ||
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