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Aluminium is produced by the reduction of aluminium oxide
What is meant by the term reduction?

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Explanation:The word reduction in terms of chemistry means loss of Oxygen,Gain of hydrogen,Gain of electrons and loss of oxidation state.

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Aluminium is extracted from aluminium oxide by electrolytic reduction.

What is reduction?

The process is termed as a reduction if

  • there is a loss of oxygen or an electronegative atom.
  • there is a gain of hydrogen or an electropositive atom.
  • loss of electrons.
  • decrease in oxidation number.

What is electrolytic reduction?

The electrolysis method used to obtain metals from molten chloride or oxides is known as electrolytic reduction.

What is the use of electrolytic reduction?

It is used in the extraction of highly electropositive metals.

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