electrolysis of sodium chloride solution

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2H+ + 2e- -----> H2
negative electrode (cathode)
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2Cl- -------> Cl2 + 2e-
positive electrode (anode)
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goes to the negative electrode (cathode)
hydrogen
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sodium is more reactive than hydrogen so...
remains in the solution
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this is a very important substance for industrial use
sodium hydroxide
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sodium hydroxide is used for...
bleach, plastics, hydrochloric acid and soap.
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three useful products from electrolysis of sodium chloride solution are...
sodium hydroxide, hydrogen and chlorine
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sodium chloride solution commonly known as...
salt water
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hydrogen gas is produced at the __________ electrode
negative
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chlorine gas is produced at the ___________ electrode
positive
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2Cl- -------> Cl2 + 2e-

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positive electrode (anode)

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goes to the negative electrode (cathode)

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sodium is more reactive than hydrogen so...

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this is a very important substance for industrial use

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