Uploaded September 2017 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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This video goes into detail about the preparation and electrolysis for the extraction of aluminium from the initial natural resource bauxite.

In addition, I also discuss the economic and environmental issues that relate to this process and hence show the importance of recycling aluminium.

Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
1:32 Bauxite (raw ingredient)
2:30 Why electrolysis? - Reactivity Series
3:06 Electrolysis Methods
3:24 Step 1 - Sodium Hydroxide Treatment
4:05 Step 2 - Precipitation
5:02 Step 3 - Formation
5:45 Step 4 - Electrolysis
9:15 Step 4 - Economic Considerations
11:16 Key Equations

I hope you enjoy this video and goodluck on your revision!