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Which consequence results when an aluminum electrolysis cell experiences electrolyte depletion?

A)Increased overpotential for aluminum reduction
B)Decreased anode carbon dioxide production
C)Equilibrium shift favoring alumina formation
D)Enhanced cryolite dissolution kinetics

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Alumina depletion reduces its concentration; therefore, equilibrium shifts toward alumina formation to restore equilibrium, rather than favoring aluminum reduction; The Le Chatelier's principle defines this mechanism; it would happen under reactant-starved state because otherwise less reactants form.

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