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alunogen

noun
alu·​no·​gen | \ əˈlünÉ™jÉ™n\
plural -s

Definition of alunogen

: a mineral consisting of a white fibrous aluminum sulfate Al2(SO4)3·18H2O frequently found on the walls of mines and quarries

called also feather alum, hair salt

First Known Use of alunogen

1834, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for alunogen

French alunogène, from alun + -gène -gen

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