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General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements: Cryolite MCQ

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CryoliteMediumQuestion 45017

Question

Cryolite is added in aluminium extraction mainly to:

  1. A
    lower melting point and increase conductivity
    Correct
  2. B
    oxidize aluminium
  3. C
    act as cathode
  4. D
    form alloy directly

Correct answer

lower melting point and increase conductivity

Explanation

Pure alumina has a very high melting point.

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