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O-LevelChemistryMetals & Reactivity5070/11 · May/June 2023 · Q291 Mark

Three statements about the extraction of aluminium are shown. 1 The electrolyte is aluminium oxide dissolved in molten cryolite. 2 Carbon is used for both the cathode and the anode. 3 Carbon dioxide is given off at the cathode. Which statements are correct?

A1 and 2 only
B1 and 3 only
C2 and 3 only
D1, 2 and 3

✓ Correct answer

A: 1 and 2 only

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Metals & Reactivity, O-Level Chemistry (syllabus 5070). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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O-Level Chemistry, May/June 2023 Paper 1 Variant 1, question 29.

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