Sodium chloride, commonly known as table salt, is a compound with the chemical formula NaCl. It is an essential mineral for human health and is widely used in various industries.
Sodium chloride is a crystalline solid at room temperature, with a high melting and boiling point. It is soluble in water and forms a salty solution. It conducts electricity when dissolved in water or molten.
Sodium chloride is found abundantly in seawater and in underground deposits. It is also present in large quantities in salt mines.
Table salt is the most common use of sodium chloride, but it also has various industrial applications, including in the production of chemicals, food processing, and water treatment.