diffuse layer

in electrochemistry
Also contains definition of: Gouy layer in electrochemistry
https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.D01714
The region in which non-specifically adsorbed ions are accumulated and distributed by the contrasting action of the electric field and thermal motion. Counter and @C01141@ in immediate contact with the surface are said to be located in the @S06003@. Ions farther away from the surface form the diffuse layer or Gouy layer.
See also:
interfacial double-layer
Sources:
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 [Terms] [Paper]
PAC, 1983, 55, 1251. (Interphases in systems of conducting phases (Provisional)) on page 1261 [Terms] [Paper]