Outline basic reactions of the Solvay process.
Basic reactions of the Solvay process are: 1. Absorption of COâ‚‚ 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 … Read more