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Chemistry Question on Occurrence Of Metals

In the electrolytic method of obtaining aluminium from purified bauxite, cryolite is added to the charge in order to :

A

dissolve bauxite and render it conductor of electricity

B

lower the melting point of bauxite

C

minimise the heat loss due to radiation

D

protect aluminium produced from oxygen

Answer

dissolve bauxite and render it conductor of electricity

Explanation

Solution

Answer (a) dissolve bauxite and render it conductor of electricity