In the bauxite industry in Jamaica, aluminium oxide is reduced to aluminium. Which word equation correctly represents this process?

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In the bauxite industry in Jamaica, aluminium oxide is reduced to aluminium. Which word equation correctly represents this process?

Accepted Answer

aluminium oxide → aluminium + oxygen — Award 1 mark for identifying the decomposition of aluminium oxide. A is incorrect — this shows the formation of aluminium oxide, not its reduction. C is incorrect — this shows dehydration of aluminium hydroxide, not reduction to metal. D is incorrect — this is not the actual reaction used in electrolytic extraction.

Answer

aluminium oxide → aluminium + oxygen

Answer

aluminium + oxygen → aluminium oxide

Answer

bauxite + carbon → aluminium + carbon dioxide

Answer

aluminium hydroxide → aluminium oxide + water

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