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Question

In the context of the Hall-Heroult process for the extraction of $Al$ , which of the following statements is false?

A

$CO$ and $CO_2$ are produced in this process

B

$Al_2O_3$ is mixed with $CaF_2$ which lowers the melting point of the mixture and brings conductivity

C

$Al^{3+}$ is reduced at the cathode to form $Al$

D

$Na_3AlF_6$ serves as the electrolyte

Answer

$Na_3AlF_6$ serves as the electrolyte

Explanation

Solution

Answer (d) $Na_3AlF_6$ serves as the electrolyte