Chapter 10: Problem 52
Which of the following statements is wrong? (1) In Nelson's cell asbestos diaphragm is used because it is permeable to ions and prevents the reaction between \(\mathrm{NaOH}\) and \(\mathrm{Cl}_{2}\). (2) In Castner-Kellner cell, the anode in the middle compartment is mercury. (3) The products of the electrolysis of concentrated aqueous solution of common salt are \(\mathrm{NaOH}, \mathrm{H}_{2}\) and \(\mathrm{Cl}_{2}\). (4) The products formed during the electrolysis of brine at cathode, anode and in the solution are in the mole ratio \(1: 1: 1\).
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