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Question
Explain why :
In the electrolysis of alumina using the Hall Heroult's Process the electrolyte is covered with powdered coke.
Solution
In the electrolysis of alumina using the Hall-Heroult process, the electrolyte is covered with powdered coke as it.
1. reduces heat loss by radiation.
2. prevents the burning of the anode.
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