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Name the process from which chlorine is obtained as by product. What will happen if an aqueous solution of NaCl is subjected to electrolysis.

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Haber process, NaOH,H2,Cl2
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Down cell process, Na metal and Cl2 gas are obtained
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Down cell process, NaOH,H2,Cl2
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Solution

The correct option is C Down cell process, NaOH,H2,Cl2
Haber process is used for producing ammonia from nitrogen and hydrogen.
Down's Process. Molten NaCl upon electrolysis will give Na metal and Cl2 gas. Aqueous NaCl will form NaOH,H2,Cl2.

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