In the Bayer's process, bauxite is digested under pressure using ___________________?

Correct answer: B. NaOH

  • A. H2SO4
  • B. NaOH
  • C. NH3
  • D. HCl

Explanation

In the Bayer process, bauxite is digested under pressure with concentrated sodium hydroxide, which dissolves alumina as soluble sodium aluminate while leaving much of the insoluble residue behind.

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