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Question
Complete the following by selecting the correct option from the choices given :
The diavalent metal whose oxide is reduced to metal by electrolysis of its fused salt is ________
Options
Al
Na
Mg
K
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Solution
The diavalent metal whose oxide is reduced to metal by electrolysis of its fused salt is Al.
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