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Question
In metallurgical process of aluminium, cryolite is mixed with alumina its molten statebecause it
Options
A.decreases the amount of alumina
B.oxidises the alumina
C.increase the melting point of alumina
D.decreases the melting point of alumina
Solution
cryolite decreases melting point and increases conductivity
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