KnowraCryoliteLinked fromLinked fromThe 5 pages that link to Cryolite, each with the reason it gives.All 5Related 4Compared with 1FluoriteCompared with: Cryolite is another fluoride mineral, but its chemistry and industrial role differ.Hall–Héroult processRelated: Molten cryolite dissolves alumina and lowers the operating temperature.Aluminium smeltingRelated: The electrolyte’s cryolite-rich melt makes electrolysis practical below alumina’s melting point.Aluminium oxideRelated: Molten cryolite lowers the operating temperature of alumina electrolysis.Aluminium fluorideRelated: Together with cryolite, aluminium fluoride adjusts the smelting bath’s composition and operating temperature.