Question

why is a silica crucible used as an electrolytic cell in the electrolysis of lead bromide?

Answer 1

Hi there,

The reasons to use silica crucible in a lead bromide electrolysis are as following;

• Silica is a bad conductor
• It can withstand high temperature

I hope the above answer is satisfactory.

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Answer 2

the crucible is made of silica since it is non reactive withstands high temperature and is almost non conductor of electricity
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