The Gibbs energy for the decomposition of Al2O3 at 500°C is as follows:
$\dfrac{2}{3}$Al2O3 → $\dfrac{4}{3}$Al + O2, ΔrG = +966 kJ mol–1
The potential difference needed for electrolytic reduction of Al2O3 at 500°C is at least
2.5 V
5.0 V
4.5 V
3.0 V