Hidden interfacial electric fields in chemistry: contact electrification and beyond

Key Points

• The aim is to explore the role of hidden interfacial electric fields in driving chemical changes at various interfaces.
• Investigated solid dielectric–liquid, liquid–liquid, and gas–liquid interfaces.
• Analyzed processes such as electron transfer, ion redistribution, and radical generation.
• Examined the implications of these electric fields for chemical reactions.
• Identified the presence of hidden interfacial electric fields at different interfaces.
• Demonstrated that these fields can significantly influence chemical transformation processes.
• Revealed potential applications in enhancing chemical reactions.

Abstract