Which reagent is used in Bayer's process? Toppr
This dissolves aluminium oxide present in bauxite due to the formation of sodium aluminate, (N a A l O 2 ). A l 2 O 2 . H 2 O + 2 N a O H → 2 N a A l O 2 + 3 H 2 O. Since, N a O H a strong reducing agent, it is used in Bayer's process.