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What is the purpose of seeding in the extraction of alumina?
ChemistryGeneral Principles and Processes of Isolation of MetalsNEET
Options:
  • A To dissolve the alumina
  • B To precipitate the alumina
  • C To neutralize the solution
  • D To initiate the reaction
Solution:
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The correct answer is: To precipitate the alumina
Seeding is done to induce the precipitation of hydrated alumina during the extraction process.

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