Polarised light micrograph of crystals of a mixture of iron, aluminium, ammonium and potassium sulphates. Potassium aluminium sulphate or potash alum is used primarily for water purification, fireproof textiles and as an E number (E522) in the food industry. It finds uses in the cosmetic industry where it is employed in deodorants and as a styptic for bleeding after shaving. Magnification: x70 when printed at 10cm wide. | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / Gaff, Karl |
Bildgröße: | 7952 px × 5304 px |
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