What are the products of the electrolysis of brine sodium chloride solution?
A
Sodium and water
B
Hydrogen chlorine and sodium hydroxide
C
Chlorine and sodium
D
Sodium chloride and water
Correct Answer: Option B — Hydrogen chlorine and sodium hydroxide
Explanation:
Electrolysis of brine produces hydrogen gas at the cathode chlorine gas at the anode and sodium hydroxide solution remaining in the electrol...
Electrolysis of brine produces hydrogen gas at the cathode chlorine gas at the anode and sodium hydroxide solution remaining in the electrolyte through the chlor-alkali process.