Question

Why is a mixture of cryolite and aluminum oxide, and not pure aluminum oxide,, is used as the electrolyte?

Answer 1

Answer:

Hey mate....

Here is your answer....

Cryolite reduces the melting point of the mixture and therefore the aluminium oxide micture can be melted easily and the electrolysis can be done effectively at relatively lower temperatures.

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