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Explain with reason why the graphite anode has to be replaced in the electrolytic reduction of Alumina

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In the electrolytic reduction of alumina, oxygen is evolved which goes to anode and reacts with graphite to give CO₂or CO. This prevents the oxidation of aluminium by oxygen. In doing so, the graphite gets consumed and thus needs to be replaced.

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