Electroylsis of Brine

?
  • Created by: Megs555
  • Created on: 08-12-15 19:11
What is electrolysis?
The process in which electricity is passed through a molten/solution of salt, causing chemical changes to take place.
1 of 7
What products are from when electricity is passed through Brine?
Chlorine, Hydrogen, Sodium Hydroxide.
2 of 7
What is a membrane cell?
One of the methods used to electrolyse brine.
3 of 7
Where does the electricity enter through?
Electrodes.
4 of 7
Where is Chlorine gas collected?
The Anode (+).
5 of 7
What gas is collected at the Cathode (-)?
Hydrogen Gas.
6 of 7
In what way can the products produced harm the environment?
Chlorine - toxic + corrosive. Sodium Hydroxide - powerful alkali. Hydrogen - flammable.
7 of 7

Other cards in this set

Card 2

Front

What products are from when electricity is passed through Brine?

Back

Chlorine, Hydrogen, Sodium Hydroxide.

Card 3

Front

What is a membrane cell?

Back

Preview of the front of card 3

Card 4

Front

Where does the electricity enter through?

Back

Preview of the front of card 4

Card 5

Front

Where is Chlorine gas collected?

Back

Preview of the front of card 5
View more cards

Comments

No comments have yet been made

Similar Chemistry resources:

C5
See all Chemistry resources »See all Electrolysis resources »