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The main reason for using direct current (DC) in the Hall-Héroult process is to:

 

Option: 1

Increase the rate of electrolysis


Option: 2

Reduce the formation of unwanted byproducts


Option: 3

Prevent the consumption of cryolite


Option: 4

Lower the temperature of the electrolyte


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The main reason for using direct current (DC) in the Hall-Héroult process is to reduce the formation of unwanted byproducts, such as oxygen and hydrogen gas.

 

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