Homework Help: chemistry grade 12

Posted by Ron on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 3:22pm.

Canada is a major producer of aluminum by the electrolysis of bauxite. However, there are no bauxite mines in Canada, and all the ore must be imported. Explain why aluminum is produced in Canada. Be sure to cite your sources.

chemistry grade 12 - DrBob222, Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 3:28pm
Could it be because Canada has inexpensive electricity. Note in this site that hydroelectric generates about 58% of the electrical needs in Canada.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electricity_sector_in_Canada

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