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The electrolytic cell used for the electrolysis of molten lead bromide is made of Silica. Which of the following properties of silica that is the reason for it not having much significance in the process of electrolysis?
Hard and strong
Non-conductor of electricity
Non-reactive
Withstands high temperature

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Hard and strong

Reason — Silica is non-reactive, can withstand high temperature and is almost a non-conductor of electricity. Hence, the elctrolytic cell is made of silica. However, hard and strong nature of silica does not have much significance in the process of electrolysis.

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