Aluminum sulfate (Al₂(SO₄)₃) is an inorganic salt compound classified as a ceramic material, commonly available as a hydrated powder or granules. It is widely used in water treatment and purification processes as a coagulant and flocculant, and also serves as a precursor chemical in manufacturing aluminum compounds, abrasives, and specialized ceramics. Engineers select aluminum sulfate for its cost-effectiveness, solubility in water, and well-established performance in industrial-scale applications where chemical precipitation and particle agglomeration are required.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.098 | eV/atom | — |