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Properties of Sodium Chloride
It is easily soluble in water and partially soluble or insoluble in other liquids.
They are white crystals which do not have an odour but possess a taste.
In its aqueous state NaCl acts as a good conductor of electricity due to the free movement of the ions.
It has a melting point of 801°C and a boiling point of 1,413°C.
Uses of Sodium Chloride
It is widely used in food industries as a food preservative and as a flavour enhancer.
It is a major raw material in the industrial manufacturing of various chemicals such as sodium carbonate, sodium hydrogen carbonate etc.
This salt is used in glass production.
In cold countries, it is used to prevent the build-up of ice on roads, bridges etc which is important for safe driving conditions.
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