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What is powdered alum?

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Alum refers to a specific chemical compound and a class of chemical compounds. The specific compound is the hydrated aluminum potassium sulfate with the formula KAl(SO4)2.12H2O.

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Powdered alum is a spice that is used as a preservative in canning.

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