Question

What happens when a concentrated solution of NaCl (brine) is electrolysed? Name the process. write the equation of the reaction involved. Write the name of products . Mention one use of each

Answer 1

When NaCl is electrolysed it decomposes to form NaOH .The process is calle
d chlor-alkali

Answer 2

NaOH ,Cl gas and H2 gas is produced
process----Chlor alkali process

NaCl+H20 ------>NaOH+Cl+H2

NaOH is a base used in the manufacture of common salt NaCl
Cl is used as an disinfecting agent
H2 is used as rocket fuel