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Role of electrolyte in the extraction of aluminium
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The electrolyte in the extraction of aluminium is cryolite (Na3AlF6) is two fold: firstly it lowers the melting point of the mixture which helps saveoperating costs, and secondly it helps improve the overall conductivity of the mixture.
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