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chloride

Stone - 11-12-2004 at 14:29

What process can I use to reduce chloride from cupric chloride?

Reduction

MadHatter - 11-12-2004 at 22:02

I'll asume you're looking to produce Cl<sub>2</sub> gas.

That's easy ! Electrolysis ! The copper will plate on the cathode. Chlorine will be released
at the anode. Keep them far apart and the solution cold, otherwise hypochlorites, chlorates,
and possibly perchlorates will form.