Question

Brine is an
(a) aqueous solution of sodium hydroxide
(b) aqueous solution of sodium carbonate
(c) aqueous solution of sodium chloride
(d) aqueous solution of sodium bicarbonate

Answer 1

Brine is an aqueous solution of sodium chloride.

• Saltwater, saltwater, especially a solution of water concentrated on common salt (sodium chloride). Natural salt is found in the ground, in salt lakes, or in seawater and is an important source of commercial salt and other salts, such as chloride and magnesium, and potassium sulfates.
• Brine is used as a protection against meatpacking (such as beef) and crumbs. In refrigeration and cooling systems, seawater is used as a heat transfer medium due to low freezing temperatures or as a vapor barrier agent due to its low vapor pressure. Brine is also used to extinguish iron (cool).

Answer 2

Answer:

The correct option is (c) Aqueous solution of sodium chloride.

Explanation:

• Brine is a saturated solution of sodium chloride in water, which means, it is a highly concentrated solution of salt, sodium chloride.
• Brine solution is usually found in natural water bodies such as oceans and lakes.
• Brine solution can also be easily made at home by mixing a large amount of table salt in a small quantity of water.
• Brine can be used as a preservative in pickles and meat packaging.