The function of fluorspar in the electrolytic reduction of alumina dissolved in fused cryolite $(Na_3AlF_6)$ is :

  • A

    as a catalyst

  • B

    to lower the temperature of melt and to make the fused mixture very conducting

  • C

    to decrease the rate of oxidation of carbon anode

  • D

    none of the above

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