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Alum crystals form as attractive glasslike squares. Add different shades of food coloring and grow numerous crystals to make a colorful alum-crystal garden. more »
There are many different options when it is time to pick a science fair project. One of the more common options is to grow crystals. When you think of crystal growing at home, most people think of rock candy, but there are many other options too. You could grow crystals in gelatin, salt crystals and alum crystals. Alum crystals are fairly easy to grow and all you will need is alum and water. more »
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Not happy with artificial deodorants? Maybe the chemicals irritate your skin or you just want something more natural. Alum crystals make a good alternative. Known as "samsom" in Thailand, "tawas" in the Philippines and "alumbre" in Spanish-speaking countries, alum is a type of salt with anti-bacterial properties that make it effective in preventing body odor. You can buy alum from many herbal and natural product stores. more »
Creating crystals out of alum powder is an easy process that can be completed using materials from home and the grocery store. It can teach children about science, or can be used to create decorations, paperweights, or garden decorations. It will take about three weeks to make your own alum crystals. more »
Pond water dirtied by particles of suspended clay can cause numerous problems. Fish should be able to see for at least a foot. The fish population will decrease if the visibility is less than a foot for most of a year. There are several ways to combat turbid water. One of them is the addition of aluminum sulfate, alum, which turns particles of clay into lumps that settle to the bottom. But how much alum should you add to the water? more »
Fabric that is resistant to fire could come in very handy in some situations, such as in and around hot light bulbs. Here is a very easy way to fireproof fabric. more »
Tawas deodorant is an alternative to commercial deodorant popular in Asian countries, especially the Philippines. It is made from pure mineral salts called potassium alum or potash alum formed from natural crystals from the earth. Being a natural powder with no chemical additives, it is basically used by men and women to neutralize body odors. Tawas comes in powder or solid crystal form, and can be applied as follows. more »
Foot odor is caused by bacteria on the skin that reacts with the sweat secreted through glands in the feet. Substances are available that can help reduce or eliminate these odors. Alum powder is an effective treatment for persistent foot odor issues. This powder contains aluminum potassium sulfate as an active ingredient which can combat odor-causing bacteria on the feet. more »
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