The last step in the Dow process for the production of magnesium metal involves

Chapter 22, Problem 22.35

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The last step in the Dow process for the production of magnesium metal involves electrolysis of molten MgCl2. (a) Why isnt the electrolysis carried out with aqueous MgCl2? What are the products of this aqueous electrolysis? (b) Do the high temperatures required to melt MgCl2 favor products or reactants? (Hint: Consider the DH8 f of MgCl2.)

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