Considering the Ellingham diagram,which of the following metals can be used to reduce alumina $(Al_2O_3)$?

  • A
    $Fe$
  • B
    $Zn$
  • C
    $Mg$
  • D
    $Cu$

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$1$. Use of $Na_3AlF_6$ lowers the melting point of $Al_2O_3$.
$2$. Steel vessel with a lining of carbon acts as the cathode.
$3$. Graphite is used as the anode.
$4$. Carbon dioxide gas is generated at the cathode.

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