JEE Main2015ChemistryGeneral Principles and Processes of Isolation of MetalsActual
In the context of the Hall-Heroult process for the extraction of Al , which of the following statements is false?
Options
- AN a 3 A l F 6 serves as the electrolyte.
- BC O and C O 2 are produced in this process.
- CA l 2 O 3 is mixed with C a F 2 which lowers the melting point of the mixture and brings conductivity.
- DA l 3 + is reduced at the cathode to form Al .
Correct answer
A. N a 3 A l F 6 serves as the electrolyte.
Step-by-step solution
Hall - Heroult process for extraction of Al. Al 2 O 3 is electrolyte Na 3 AlF 6 reduces the fusion temperature & provides good conductivity.