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In the Hall–Héroult process, alumina is dissolved in which molten compound?
ASodium chloride
BMolten borax
CLiquid ammonia
DMolten cryolite
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Molten cryolite
Molten cryolite dissolves alumina and conducts current, allowing electrolysis at a far lower temperature.
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