The study of magnetic field effects is a relatively new branch of electrochemistry, and although it has grown rapidly in recent years, literature is still fragmentary. Whether or not magnetic field effects are exerted on metals, or on electrolytes, or on both is unknown. The present state of understanding of the effect exerted by magnetic fields on electrodeposition of metals is reviewed. Experimental data have disclosed interesting phenomena. Particular emphasis is placed on the effects of combined electrical and magnetic fields on the qualities and properties of electroplated metals, electrolyte properties, mass transport, electrode kinetics and metal finishing.
