Meaning Of The Word Alunite

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alunite in American English
a semihard, hydrous mineral, KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6, used to produce alum
noun: a mineral, a hydrous sulfate of potassium and aluminum, KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6, commonly occurring in fine-grained masses

alunite in British English
noun: a white, grey, or reddish mineral consisting of hydrated aluminium sulphate. It occurs in volcanic igneous rocks and is a source of potassium and aluminium compounds. Formula: KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6

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