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प्रश्न
what is the function of cryolite in the extraction of aluminium, other than acting as a solvent for bauxite?
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उत्तर
Cryolite is used in the electrolysis of alumina. The function of cryolite is to
(i) Reduce melting point of alumina
(ii) Make molten alumina a good conductor of electricity.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
How is the following metallic oxide reduced? Write equations:
Iron (ll) oxide
Name oxide of one metal which is reduced by (give equation): Electrolytic reduction
For the reaction of a metal oxide. Suggest a reducing agent other than carbon
Name a non-metallic element which is a liquid at ordinary temperatures
What metallic property is shown by the non-metal graphite?
In order to obtain one tone of aluminium, the following inputs are required:
4 tones of bauxite, 150 Kg of sodium hydroxide and 600 Kg of graphite.
The aluminium compound in bauxite is aluminium oxide and the main impurity is iron (II) oxide. Aluminium is obtained by the electrolysis of aluminium oxide dissolved in cryolite.
(i) Write the formula of cryolite.
(ii) Write down the word which correctly completes the following sentence.
"By dissolving aluminium oxide in cryolite, a ______ (conducting / non- conducting) solution is produced.
(iii) Why so much graphite required for this electrolytic process.
(iv) Write the equation for the reaction which takes place at cathode.
Name the following:
The compound formed by the reaction between calcium oxide and silica.
Answer the following question with respect by hydrogen :
Explain why powdered coke is sprinkled over than electrolytic mixture.
Write the observation for the following:
A paper dipped in potassium permanganate solution is put on the mouth of a test tube containing sulphur dioxide gas.
Give the equation for the reduction of Iron (III) oxide.
