How to extract sodium from its ore? BYJU'S
Solution. Extraction of Sodium. The two methods used for extracting sodium metals are, * Castner's process: By the electrolysis of fused caustic soda. * Down's process: By the electrolysis of fused sodium chloride. Castner's process. Molten sodium hydroxide (caustic soda, NaOH) is electrolyzed using an iron cathode and nickel anode.