Question

Which of the following is obtained on electrolysis of brine solution?

• A. $NaOH$
• B. $H_2$ gas
• C. $Cl_2$ gas
• D. $Na$

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

$Na$

Answer 2

At anode:
$2Cl^- → Cl_2 + 2e^-$
At cathode:
$2e^- \+ 2H_2O → H_2 \+ 2OH^-$
Na metal is not obtained on electrolysis of brine.

So, the correct option is (D): $Na$