Le-Blanc process is a primitive process for the manufacture of___________________?

Correct answer: B. Soda ash

  • A. Caustic soda
  • B. Soda ash
  • C. Bromine from sea water
  • D. Hydrochloric acid

Explanation

The Le-Blanc process converts common salt into sodium carbonate, commonly called soda ash, through sodium sulphate and subsequent reaction with limestone and coal. Caustic soda is associated mainly with causticisation or the chlor-alkali process.

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