Electolysis Of Brine Flashcards
1
Q
What is brine
A
Sodium chloride solution
2
Q
What is produced at the cathode
A
Hydrogen gas
3
Q
What is produced at the anode
A
Chlorine gas
4
Q
What is left in the solution
A
Sodium hydroxide
5
Q
What is chlorine used for
A
Sterilises water supplies
6
Q
What is hydrogen used for
A
The haber process and to change oils into fats for making margarine
7
Q
What is sodium hydroxide used for
A
Soap, bleach and paper pulp