Q14 / 76 · NTA Abhyas (JEE Main) 2020 · Chemistry · General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Metals

Which of the following process is used in the extractive metallurgy of magnesium?

  • Correct answer
    A
    Fused salt electrolysis
  • B
    Self-reduction
  • C
    Aqueous solution electrolysis
  • D
    Thermite reduction

Solution

Magnesium is a strong electropositive metal. Hence its fused salt is used as electrolyte.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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