Meaning Of The Word Chrome alum

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Chrome alum Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Chrome alum?

chrome alum in American English
an alum of which one of the components is chromium; esp., potassium chromium sulfate, KCr(SO4)2·12H2O, used in tanning and dyeing
noun: a green, crystalline, water-soluble powder, chromium ammonium sulfate, CrNH4(SO4)2⋅12H2O, used chiefly as a mordant in dyeing

chrome alum in British English
noun: a violet-red crystalline substance, used as a mordant in dyeing. Formula: KCr(SO4)2.12 H2 O

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