overpotential, \(\eta\)
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deviation of the potential of an electrode from its equilibrium value required to cause a given current to flow through the electrode.
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Green Book, 2
nd
ed., p. 60 (https://goldbook.iupac.org/files/pdf/green_book_2ed.pdf)