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In the Solvay process, ammonia is recovered from by treating it with

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D

Answer: B

Slaked lime, made from quicklime and water, is a base stronger than ammonia. It liberates ammonia: . The ammonia is returned to the process.
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