explain the process use of sodium hydroxide with suitable and balanced equation
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Sodium hydroxide
→It is manufactured by passing electricity through an aqueous solution of sodium chloride, which decomposes to form sodium hydroxide.
★Equation
NaCl+2H2O————> 2NaOH + Cl2 + H2
★Uses of sodium hydroxide
- It is major ingredient in drain and oven cleaners.
- It is used in chemical manufacturing, oil refining, hydraulic fracturing, water treatment and metal processing.
- It is used in the manufacture of fabric, plastic wrap, paper and soap.
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