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What is the purpose of Electro-plating? What electrolyte is used to plate gold on any substance?
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The purpose of electroplating is:
- To improve the appearance of the surface.
- To provide protection against corrosion, wear, and tear.
To plate gold on a substance, the electrolyte used is typically a solution containing gold chloride (AuCl3) or gold cyanide (Au(CN)2⁻).
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