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What is the chemical formula of cryolite which is an important mineral of aluminum?


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Cryolite

  • Cryolite is a colorless to white halide mineral.
  • The chemical formula of cryolite is Na3AlF6.
  • A large amount of synthetic cryolite is obtained from fluorite.

Uses of cryolite

  • Molten cryolite is used in the extraction of aluminum.
  • It is used in the manufacture of insecticides.

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