Multiple choice

Which of the following are obtained by Solvay process? (1) Na2CO3 (2) CaCl2 (3) H2SO4 (4) HNO3 Select the correct answer.

  1. Only 1

  2. 1 and 2

  3. 1 and 3

  4. 1 and 4

  5. 2, 3 and 4

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Solvay process or ammonia-soda process is the major industrial process for the production of soda ash (Sodium carbonate).  The principal byproduct of the Solvay process is calcium chloride (CaCl2) in aqueous solution.

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