Question

List out the uses of the gas obtained at anode in chlor-alkali process of brine solution

Answer 1

The gas obtained is hydrogen and chlorine.

Use of HYDROGEN:

1 Hydrogenation

2 Ethanol

3 Hydrochloric acid

4 Fuel for rockets.

Uses of CHLORINE:

1 bleaching powder

2 hydrochloric acid

3 chloro form

4 pvc pipes

5 cfc

6 carbon tetra chloride

7 paints

8 dye stuffs

9 solvents for dry cleaning

10 pesticides

11 sterilise drinking water supply