What is Chloralkali process?
The '''chloralkali process''' is a process used to create [[sodium hydroxide]], [[chlorine]], and [[hydrogen]] from [[sodium chloride]] and [[water]]. It is normally conducted in a [[wikt:tank|tank]] separated by a membrane, although there are other methods, such as using mercury. If [[potassium chloride]] or [[calcium chloride]] is used instead, [[potassium hydroxide]] and [[calcium hydroxide]] are produced. When the membrane is not in place, [[hypochlorite]]s are formed. If it is heated, [[chlorate]]s are formed. The process is fueled by [[electrolysis]]. It can be done in the laboratory. ==Related pages== *[[Chlorine]] *[[Sodium hydroxide]] *[[Electrolysis]] {{chem-stub}} [[Category:Chemical processes]] [[Category:Electricity]]