Essential Chemistry for IGCSE - Electricity And Chemistry (Section 8 - No. 34)
Why are the carbon anodes replaced during the electrolysis of aluminum oxide?
To maintain the correct temperature.
Because they are coated in aluminum.
Because they react with the oxygen produced, forming carbon dioxide.
To add cryolite to the cell.
Explanation
The anodes react with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide.
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