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A layer of coke is spread over bauxite during electrolytic reduction of alumina by Hall-Heroult process. This layer acts as a/an:
A
flux
B
slag to remove impurities
C
reducing agent
D
insulation and does not allow heat to escape
Solution
the correct option is (D)
explanation:
A layer of coke is spread over bauxite during electrolytic reduction of alumina by Hall Heroult process. This layer acts as as insulation by preventing it from corrosion, coke powder is kept at the top which also prevents escape of heat.
Standard 11
Chemistry