AC Electrical heating - Clay sediments

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Electrically heating clayey soils with high moisture content and salt solutions raises concerns about electrolysis when using AC currents at 230 V and 60 Hz. The process of electrolysis can occur, leading to the production of gases and other byproducts, which may be problematic depending on the project's goals. However, the method of applying electricity through wires rather than directly inserting electrodes into the soil alters the dynamics of electrolysis. Understanding these differences is crucial for evaluating potential risks and effects on the project.
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I am working on a project involving electrically heating clayey soils (having 55% moisture content and 0.5 M salt (nacl/KCl) solutions in the pore space.

Does anybody know if electrolysis of water/electrolyte is a concern with AC currents (230 V, 60 Hz frequencies)?

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"A concern?" You mean "will electrolysis of water and salts take place?" Yes. If that concerns you, then it is a concern. If the electrolysis products are a concern, yes, also.
 
However, electrolysis requires sending electricity through the water. You're talking about sending electricity through wires in the water. Not the same thing.
 
russ_watters said:
However, electrolysis requires sending electricity through the water. You're talking about sending electricity through wires in the water. Not the same thing.

He didn't say he was just shoving electrodes into the ground, did he --- duh.
 

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