Oct 23, 2013 #1 Bateman212 Aerospace Joined Oct 23, 2013 Messages 1 Location US Why does the reduction of Al2O3 to Aluminum (and byproducts) take place at 4-5 volts and NOT 1-3 volts, or an even lower voltage? Why is 4-5 volts the optimum, and not 1 volt?
Why does the reduction of Al2O3 to Aluminum (and byproducts) take place at 4-5 volts and NOT 1-3 volts, or an even lower voltage? Why is 4-5 volts the optimum, and not 1 volt?