Name the Products of Electrolysis of Brine and State their Uses

Products of electrolysis of brine are: H₂ gas, sodium hydroxide and chlorine gas.

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Uses of Chlorine Gas:

(i) It is used for water treatment by MCD.

(ii) It is used in swimming pools as disinfectant.

(iii) It is used for the manufacture of PVC, CFCs, bleaching powder and pesticides.

Uses of H₂ Gas:

(i) It is used as fuel.

(ii) It is used for the manufacture of ammonia.

(iii) It is used for manufacture of ghee, mangarine etc.

Uses of Noah:

(i) It is used for degreasing metals.

(ii) It is used for the manufacture of soaps and detergents.

(iii) It is used in artificial fiber industry.