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Extraction of aluminium can be understoo...

Extraction of aluminium can be understood by :

Electrolytric reduction of `Al_(2) O_(3)` :
Electrolysis : `Al_(2) O_(3) + Cryolite + CaF_(2)`
Cathode : Carbon inside the `Fe` container
Anode : Graphite rods.
The function of fluorspar `(CaF_(2))` is.

A

to increase the melting point of electrolyte

B

to increase electrolytic conductivity power

C

to remove the impurities as slag

D

all of the above

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The correct Answer is:
B
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