ITU2 Mercury, Membrane or Diaphragm
The aim of this teaching resource is to illustrate some of the chemical and industrial issues associated with the selection of a suitable production process for chlorine, sodium hydroxide and hydrogen.
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Student Manual
Including an introduction to the chloro-alkali industry and the process of electrolysis. There are four main exercises for the students to work through in groups. They are also expected to prepare and deliver a short technical presentation, and to write an essay (ca. 500 words) on the topic
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Student Worksheets
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Tutor Notes
Including a description of how the unit operates, a suggested timetable and a discussion guide
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