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The Gibb's energy for the decomposition of Al2O3 at 500oC is as follows:

23Al2O343Al+O2 ; ΔG=+960 kJ.

The potential difference needed for the electrolytic reduction of aluminium oxide (Al2O3) at 500oC is at least:

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4.5V
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3.0V
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2.5V
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5.0V
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Solution

The correct option is D 2.5V
Valancy factor (n) for the given reaction is n=4
So, according to Gibbs free energy-

ΔG=nFE

+960×103=4×96500×E

E=2.48 V

So potential difference is 2.5V

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