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Which 3 chemical substances are obtained when electricity is passed through an aqueous solution of brine? Write one industrial use of each.

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1. The three substances produced when electricity is passes through aqueous solution of brine are:

- Chlorine gas (Cl₂) at anode.
- Hydrogen gas (H₂) at cathode.
- Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) in solution.

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