Question
Chemical Reaction Engineering Question on Standard electrode potentials and electrochemical cells
For the electrolytic cell in a chlor-alkali plant, which of the following statements is/are correct?
A
A membrane cell operates at a higher brine concentration than a diaphragm cell.
B
Chlorine gas is produced at the cathode. (C) Hydrogen gas is produced at the cathode
C
Hydrogen gas is produced at the cathode.
D
The caustic product stream exits the cathode compartment
Answer
A membrane cell operates at a higher brine concentration than a diaphragm cell.
Explanation
Solution
The correct Answers are (A):A membrane cell operates at a higher brine concentration than a diaphragm cell.,(C):Hydrogen gas is produced at the cathode. ,(D):The caustic product stream exits the cathode compartment