Final answer:
Yes, preparing nickel (II) acetate using peracetic acid should work similarly to copper (II) acetate for electroplating. Electroplating uses an electrolytic cell to deposit a thin layer of metal, like nickel, onto an object.
Step-by-step explanation:
The process you are planning to use for creating a nickel (II) acetate solution for electroplating involves using peracetic acid, a method similar to the one used for obtaining copper (II) acetate by placing copper wire in the acid. Assuming peracetic acid can also dissolve nickel similarly, the transition metal will go into solution and can then be used for electroplating.
Electroplating involves the deposition of a thin layer of metal onto a conducting surface for reasons including corrosion resistance, aesthetic finish, and strengthening the surface.
In the context of your procedure, electroplating would use an electrolytic cell in which nickel will be deposited from your nickel (II) acetate solution onto the cathode that would be your object to be coated. The anode in the cell will usually be made of nickel to keep the concentration of nickel ions in the solution steady.
Always remember to include proper safety procedures and dispose of chemicals appropriately when preparing and using the solution for electroplating.