Since the theoretical analysis for the surface wave is supposed to be simple, because the mass transfer process can be neglected. However, the peak position, height, and width may significantly depend on the interaction between the redox species. Using the mean field theory we show that the peak current of surface wave diverges at the attractive interaction energy.
Cyclic voltammograms of insertion electrodes, in particular, those used in lithium-ion batteries are described. Based on the two-phase reactions of insertion electrodes, spiked-like behaviors of the voltammograms are discussed.
Spike-like redox peaks frequently occur in voltammograms of organic molecule adsorption layers on electrode surfaces, depending on the nature of the dynamic phase changes through strong intermolecular interaction. Herein, emergence of sharp redox peaks is discussed in regards to two-dimensional phase transition. Descriptions are mostly on a phenomenological basis using classical treatments. More quantitative and theoretical aspects should be given in due course.