Applications of Electrolysis 2

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6 questions

The Extraction of Aluminium

1

What is the name given to aluminium-containing compounds or ores?

1

What is the name of the process which is used to purify the aluminium ores before it can be used in the electrolytic cell?

1

What is the name of the purified aluminium compound which is used in electrolysis?

2

What is the purpose and benefit of adding cryolite to the electrolyte?

2

Drag the correct options into each category to explain the process at each electrode

  • Made of carbon
  • Made of platinum
  • Oxidation takes place
  • Reduction takes place
  • Oxygen gas is formed
  • Aluminium is formed
  • Carbon dioxide gas is formed as a by-product
  • Anode
  • Cathode
2

Why are there large initiatives to recycle aluminium?