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Give two uses of potash alum.
Give two uses of potash alum.
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Potash alum - It is a mixed salt of potassium (K) and aluminum (Al). The chemical formula of potash alum is KAl(SO4)2·12H2O.
Uses of potash alum -
- Used in purification of water.
- It acts as an antiseptic and is applied to nicks and cuts to stop bleeding.
Potash alum - It is a mixed salt of potassium (K) and aluminum (Al). The chemical formula of potash alum is KAl(SO4)2·12H2O.
Uses of potash alum -
- Used in purification of water.
- It acts as an antiseptic and is applied to nicks and cuts to stop bleeding.
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