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 electrolyte through the chlor-alkali process.