Electrolytes are substances that dissociate into ions when dissolved in a solvent (typically water), making the solution electrically conductive. In solid or liquid form, electrolytes facilitate the movement of charged species (ions), which is essential for many chemical and electrochemical processes.
Key characteristics of electrolytes:
Essential in both biological and industrial systems
Types of electrolytes:
Gel electrolytes: common in flexible or wearable electronics
Applications include:
Biological systems (e.g., sodium, potassium, and calcium ions in body fluids)
Electrolytes are critical for energy storage and conversion technologies, where ionic conductivity, electrochemical stability, and compatibility with electrodes determine performance.
