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Cryolite is

Updated On: Jul 12, 2022
  • $Na_3AlF_6$ and is used in the electrolysis of alumina for decreasing electrical conductivity.
  • $Na_3AlF_6$ and is used in the electrolysis of alumina for lowering the melting point of alumina only.
  • $Na_3AlF_6$ and is used in the electrolysis of alumina for lowering the melting point and increasing the conductivity of alumina
  • $Na_3AlF_6$ and is used in the electrolytic refining of alumina.
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The Correct Option is C

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Cryolite is $Na _{3} AlF _{6}$ and used in the electrolysis of alumina for lowering the fusion temperature from $2050^{\circ} C$ to $950^{\circ} C$ and it increases the conductivity of alumina $Al _{2} O _{3}$ in Hall Heroult process.
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