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As an example, electrolysis of Acetic Acid yields Ethane and Carbon Dioxide :

CH3COOH → CH3COO- → CH3COO. → CH3. + CO2

2CH3. → CH3CH3


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# ''Electrode Kinetic Aspects of the Kolbe Reaction'' A. K. Vijh, B. E. Conway; Chem. Rev.; 1967; 67(6); 623-664.