(a) Why is electrolysis of brine called ‘Chlor-alkali process’ ? Write the chemical equation involved in this process.
(b) A few crystals of hydrated copper sulphate are heated in a dry test-tube. Enlist any two observations.
(a) Electrolysis of brine is called Chloro-alkali process because of the products formed ; Chloro stands for chlorine and alkali for (sodium hydroxide).
(b) Colour of the compound changes from blue to white- grey.