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(a). What happens when concentrated solution of sodium chloride (brine) is electrolysed? Write the equation of the reaction involved.
(b) Why is the electrolysis of a concentrated solution of sodium chloride known as chlor-alkali process?
(c )Name three products of the chlor-alkali process. State two uses of each of these products.

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It is because of the products formed : chlor for chlorine and alkali for sodium hydroxide.
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