The invention of the common chemical process for production of sodium carbonate (soda ash) from salt and limestone is named after whom? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The invention of the common chemical process for production of sodium carbonate (soda ash) from salt and limestone is named after whom?

A. Carl Bosch

B. Ernest Solvay

C. Fritz Haber

D. Nicolas Leblanc

Answer: Option D

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Nicolas Leblanc patented the early synthetic soda ash manufacturing method in 1791, satisfying early industrial glass and soap production needs.

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