Cryolite and fluorspar are mixed with during electrolysis …

Chemistry General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements ( Not In Syllabus ) General Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 13, 2026

Cryolite and fluorspar are mixed with during electrolysis for extraction of aluminium to

Increase the mass of the reaction mixture

Get other products at anode like fluorine

Lower the melting point and increase the conductivity of the electrolyte

Reduce aluminium oxide by cryolite

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: Cryolite reduces the melting point of the mixture and increases its conductivity.

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