Applications of Electrolysis 2
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6 questions
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What is the name given to aluminium-containing compounds or ores?
What is the name given to aluminium-containing compounds or ores?
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What is the name of the process which is used to purify the aluminium ores before it can be used in the electrolytic cell?
What is the name of the process which is used to purify the aluminium ores before it can be used in the electrolytic cell?
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What is the name of the purified aluminium compound which is used in electrolysis?
What is the name of the purified aluminium compound which is used in electrolysis?
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What is the purpose and benefit of adding cryolite to the electrolyte?
What is the purpose and benefit of adding cryolite to the electrolyte?
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Drag the correct options into each category to explain the process at each electrode
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
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Why are there large initiatives to recycle aluminium?
Why are there large initiatives to recycle aluminium?