Why is potassium fluoride added to the electrolyte in the extraction of sodium from fused sodium chloride?
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- A Pure sodium chloride does not conduct electricity
- B Potassium fluoride prevents the sodium produced from attacking the electrodes
- C Potassium fluride increases conductivity
- D Potassium fluride reduces the temperature at which sodium chloride fuses
- E The potassium fluride acts as a catalyst
Correct Answer: Option D
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