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Standard XII
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Explain why:
In the electrolysis of alumina using Hall Heroult's Process the electrolyte is covered with powdered coke.
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The layer of powder coke prevents the burning of carbon electrodes in air at the point where they emerge from the bath.
It also reduces the heat loss.
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