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2016Q7(a)(iii)Metallurgy
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Name the compound added to pure alumina to lower the fusion temperature during the electrolytic reduction of alumina.

Topic: Metallurgy, ores, extraction and alloys

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Cryolite, Na₃AlF₆.

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