Alumstone

/ˈæləmˌstoʊn/ noun

Definition

A mineral or rock that contains alum or aluminum compounds, sometimes called alunite, used as a source of alum.

Etymology

From 'alum' plus 'stone,' a compound word describing the mineral source from which alum compounds are extracted.

Kelly Says

Alumstone deposits have shaped economies—regions with rich deposits became textile-dyeing centers in medieval Europe because they had cheap access to alum, one of the most critical chemicals of pre-industrial manufacturing!

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