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What is Alum?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Phitkari, in English, is also known as \u201calum.\u201d It is a colorless and transparent substance found in the form of crystals or a granulated powder. It is commonly formed from water molecules, aluminum, or other metals and sulphates. The chemical formula for alum is XAl(SO4)2\u00b712H2O, and it occurs as minerals such as alunite and leucite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types of Alum Stone<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Soda Alum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Also known as sodium alum or SAS, it is commonly found in baking powder and acts as an acidulant in food. The chemical name of this alum is sodium aluminium sulphate. It is found in white crystal form and smells metallic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Potash Alum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In its single form, alum is also known as potassium alum or potash alum. The common alum we use is potassium alum, which occurs in white crystal form and has the smell of metallic water. It can be used to clean water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chrome Alum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Chrome alum, also known as chromium alum, is commonly found in purple crystal form and smells of metallic water. It is usually used in leather-making processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ammonium Alum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Also known as ammonium sulphate alum or AAS, this type of alum also exists in white crystal form. Its chemical formula is NH3Al (SO4)2\u00b712H2O and is mostly used in after-shave and hygiene products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Selenate Alum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Selenate alum is different as selenium takes the place of Sulphur here; thus, it has the property of being a strong oxidizing agent. Selenate alum is commonly found in antiseptics to avoid infections.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Forms of Alum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n