Question

Write the uses of Potash alum.

Answer 1

Potash alum:

1. The potassium sulphate dodecahydrate is chemically known as potash alum and is used extensively.
2. In medicine and the process of treating water, double salt is frequently utilised.
3. Other names for potash alum are potassium alum and potassium aluminium sulphate.
4. Potash alum has the chemical formula ${\mathrm{K}}_2{\mathrm{SO}}_4.{\mathrm{Al}}_2{\left({\mathrm{SO}}_4\right)}_3.24{\mathrm{H}}_2\mathrm{O}$.
5. Fitkari is another name for it that is frequently used.
6. Due to its acidic nature, potash alum may turn blue litmus paper red. Potash alum has an astringent flavour.

Uses:

1. Potash alum is used in tanning which is mostly used to tan leather.
2. It is used as a fire retardant while colouring.
3. It is also used in blocking substances.
4. It is used as an astringent and antiseptic in medicine.
5. It is also used for gastronomic reasons.