Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Extraction of metals

Extraction of metals — practice question

Aluminium is obtained from bauxite using electrolysis. Which of the statements is correct?

  • AAluminium ions are oxidised to form aluminium.
  • BThe cathode has to be replaced regularly because it reacts with the oxygen which is formed.
  • CCarbon dioxide is produced at the anode.
  • DCryolite is added to remove impurities.

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