Purification And Characterisation Of Organic Compounds Question 152

Question: Cryolite is

Options:

A) $ Na_3AlF_6 $ and used in the electrolysis of alumina for decreasing electrical conductivity

B) $ Na_3AlF_6 $ and used in the electrolysis of alumina for lowering the melting point of alumina

C) $ Na_3AlF_6 $ and used in the electrolytic purification of alumina

D) $ Na_3AlF_6 $ and used in the electrolysis of alumina

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

[b] $ Na_3AlF_6 $ is cryolite and used in the electrolysis of alumina to lower the melting point and increase electrical conductivity.