Chapter 6.3 The extraction of aluminium Flashcards

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What is aluminium oxide mixed with to lower its melting point?

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Aluminium is mixed with molten cryolite.

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What electrode does aluminium form at?

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Aluminium forms at the cathode (negative electrode) and oxygen forms at the anode (positive electrode).

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