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either Aluminum or Boron are used in the synthesis of alum crystals

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An alum is a form of salt with pale crystals, used in dyeing, tanning, and medicines, or a similar double sulphate in which either or both of the potassium or aluminium is represented by other univalent or tervalent cations.


How does alum affect paper?

Alum is commonly used as a paper sizing agent to improve paper strength and durability. It helps the paper resist ink penetration, resulting in sharper and clearer prints. Alum also acts as a preservative by preventing mold growth on paper.


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Find the melting point of the compound and compare it to the published value for alum. You could also analyze by water of hydration by burning the compound until all of the water of hydration is burned off. Then find the mass of the dry crystals and compare it to the correct value.


What is difference between feeric alum and non ferric alum?

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What is alum used for?

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Can alum be used in cooking?

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What is the element of alum?

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Do you say alum or alumnus?

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Can potassium-alum be used as a fertliser?

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