Production of Alum
Most alums are found as minerals. Alunite is one of the most common alum which is occurred as minerals. Potassium, sodium, and ammonium are the other important types of alum that are produced in industries.
- Potassium, sodium, and ammonium alums are produced industrially in the process of combining aluminum sulfate and the sulphate monovalent cation.
- The making process of potassium alum is to dissolve the aluminium sulphate and potassium sulphate in water and heating the solution.
- Due to heating, the solution is evoporated and we will get potassium alum as crystalline.
Alum – Formula, Types, Production, Properties, Uses
Alum is an important inorganic compound which are double sulfates of a monovalent metal (such as potassium, sodium, or ammonium) and a trivalent metal (such as aluminum, chromium, or iron). Alum is widely used in industries as well as medical purposes. It has antiseptic property and is used after shave. It is often called “Fitkari.”
In this article, we learn about alum, its properties, different types of alum, its uses, and many more important facts related to it.
Table of Content
- What is Alum?
- Production of Alum
- Properties of Alum
- Types of Alum
- Uses of Alum
- Alum Water Treatment
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