Outline basic reactions of the Solvay process.

Basic reactions of the Solvay process are:

1. Absorption of CO₂ in ammonia solution:
Ammonia reacts with carbon dioxide to form ammonium bicarbonate.

2. Formation of sodium bicarbonate:
Ammonium bicarbonate reacts with sodium chloride to form sodium bicarbonate and ammonium chloride.

3. Decomposition of sodium bicarbonate:
Sodium bicarbonate is heated to produce sodium carbonate, releasing CO₂ and water.

 

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