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Aluminium is extracted in the electrolysis of :

A

alumina

B

bauxite

C

molten cryolite.

D

alumina mixed with molten cryolite

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The correct Answer is:
D
Alumina is mixed with cryolite, in molten state which make alumina good conductor and lowers the fusion temperaure also.
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