Cryolite is an uncommon mineral with very limited natural occurrence. Synthetic cryolite is also known as sodium aluminum fluoride. Cryolite finds application in aluminum metallurgy, automobiles, bonded abrasives, welding agents, enamel and glass frits, and blasting and pyrotechnics. It is widely used for the extraction of aluminum which finds application in various industries such as automotive, aerospace and defense, consumer goods, electrical, packaging, and building and construction ... Read more
