Question

What is alum?Is it a antiseptic?
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Answer 1

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Alum is a crystal-like mineral salt with antiseptic agents, which is made of naturally extracted Alum and potassium. It is used for nicks and cuts and fresh razor cuts and burns. ... Alum not only acts as an antiseptic agent to sterilize the skin but also act as a balm. Alum is both antiseptic and astringent.

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Answer 2

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An alum  is a type of chemical compound, usually a hydrated double sulfate salt of aluminium with the general formula    where X is a monovalent cation such as potassium or ammonium.