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For each of the substances given below, what is the role played in extraction of ZnO and Al respectively.

(a) Coke

(b) Cryolite

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(a) Coke (C) is used as a reducing agent in the extraction of zinc from zinc oxide.

ZnO+CΔZn+CO[g]\text{ZnO} + \text{C} \xrightarrow{\Delta} \text{Zn} + \text{CO} [\text{g}]

(b) Addition of Cryolite during the extraction of Al lowers the fusion temperature from 2050°C to 950°C and enhances conductivity.

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