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what is the formula for bauxite? what is its use

Chemical formula of Bauxite is : Al(OH)3 It is used as the most important ore of aluminium from which the Al is extracted and also as an abrasive .

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Bauxite's chemical formula can vary a bit because it is an ore containing multiple compounds, not one exact compound. Generally, bauxite is a mix of iron and aluminum with oxides and/or hydroxides. Formulas for the minerals included may include Al(OH)3 or AlO(OH), for instance.
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Bauxite is a form of rock composed mostly of aluminum hydroxide and aluminum oxide minerals which might include boehmite, gibbsite and diaspore. It is used as the most common ore of aluminium, and as an abrasive.Bauxite is used in cement, chemicals, face makeup, soda cans, dishwashers, siding for houses, and other aluminum products.

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i dont think there is any formula.......bcoz it is an ore and the chemical composition of an ore is heterogenous and varies from place to place from where it is extracted.......

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