The function of fluorspar in the electrolytic reduction of alumina dissolved in fused cryolite $(N{a_3}Al{F_6})$ is
As a catalyst
To lower the temperature of the melt and to make the fused mixture very conducting
To decrease the rate of oxidation of carbon at the anode
None of the above
In the electrolytic method of obtaining aluminium from purified bauxite, cryolite is added to the charge in order to
Write chemical reaction of $Al$ with aqueous alkali.
The incorrect stability order of $+3$ and $+1$ states of $13^{th}$ group elements (boron family) is
Give reasons:
$(i)$ Conc. $HNO _{3}$ can be transported in aluminium container.
$(ii)$ $A$ mixture of dilute $NaOH$ and aluminium pieces is used to open drain.
$(iii)$ Graphite is used as lubricant.
$(iv)$ Diamond is used as an abrasive.
$(v)$ Aluminium alloys are used to make aircraft body.
$(vi)$ Aluminium utensils should not be kept in water overnight.
$(vii)$ Aluminium wire is used to make transmission cables.
$AlC{l_3}$ is