General Information:
Chemical Formula:
Al(SO4)(OH)·5(H2O)
Composition:
(Molecular Weight = 230.13 gm)
Aluminum 11.72 % Al
Hydrogen 4.82 % H
Sulfur 13.93 % S
Oxygen 69.52 % O
Empirical Formula:
Al(SO4)(OH)·5(H2O)
IMA Status:
Approved IMA 1976
Physical Properties:
Cleavage:
None
Color:
colorless.
Density:
1.786
Diaphaniety:
Transparent
Hardness:
2.5 - Finger Nail
Luster:
Vitreous (Glassy)
Streak:
white
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