The Solvay Process Involves a Reaction of Sodium Chloride, Ammonia

question 50

Multiple Choice

The Solvay process involves a reaction of sodium chloride, ammonia and carbon dioxide in aqueous solution. Of the various possible products, the one least soluble in water is:

• A) ammonium bicarbonate
• B) "baking soda" (NaHCO₃)
• C) "sal ammoniac" (NH₄Cl)
• D) "table salt" (NaCl)
• E) "washing soda" (Na₂CO₃)

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