Diffuse layer

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-003184",
  "term": "Diffuse layer",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A region of mobile ions in an electrolyte solution adjacent to a charged surface, where the concentration of ions is influenced by both electrostatic forces and thermal motion. This layer extends further into the bulk solution than the compact inner layer. It is a key component of the electrical double layer at interfaces.",
  "synonyms": [
    "Gouy layer"
  ],
  "subject": "Physical and Biophysical Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "Stern layer",
    "co-ions",
    "interfacial double-layer"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1972, 31, 577. 'Manual of Symbols and Terminology for Physicochemical Quantities and Units, Appendix II: Definitions, Terminology and Symbols in Colloid and Surface Chemistry' on page 618 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac197231040577)",
    "PAC, 1983, 55, 1251. 'Interphases in systems of conducting phases (Provisional)' on page 1261 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac198355081251)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/diffuse-layer/"
}