Q.

The fluorspar (CaF2) is added in small quantities in the electrolytic reduction of alumina dissolved in fused cryolite (Na3 AlF6 ). The role of fluorspar is/areI. to decrease the rate of oxidation of carbon at anode.II. to act as a catalyst.III. to lower the temperature of the melt.IV. to make the fused mixture very conducting.     Choose the correct statement(s).

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a

I and II

b

II and III

c

I and IV

d

III and IV

answer is D.

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The fluorspar (CaF2) is added in small quantities in the electrolytic reduction of alumina dissolved in fused cryolite (Na3AlF6 ) which lowers the melting point of the mixture and increases conductivity.
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