alum-a double sulfate of of ammonium or a univalent metal (such as sodium or potassium) and a trivalent metal (such as aluminum, iron or chromium): it is used as an astringent, as an emetic and in the manufacture of baking powders, dyes and paper; the commonest form is potash alum (potassium aluminum sulfate).y the way, the alum didn't have the effect on me that it does on the people in the cartoons. I still have a big mouth. â SDStaffKen and SDStaffJillgat, Straight Dope Science Advisory Board. Staff Reports are written by the Straight Dope Science Advisory Board, Cecil's online auxiliary.
The 3 main crops grown in Barbados are sugar cane, vegetables and cotton. Over 37% of the land in Barbados is arable land with sugarcane continuing to be the dominate crop.This is because sugar cane is the island's leading crop and the second largest industry in Barbados, with millions of dollars being exported each year.Therefore while driving around in your rental car you will notice that there are many sugar cane fields and plantation houses spread throughout the island.ver 37% of the land in Barbados is arable land with sugarcane continuing to be the dominate crop. This is because sugar cane is the island's leading crop and the second largest industry in Barbados, with millions of dollars being exported each year.
Warm-season veggies require both warm soil and high temperatures (with a little cooling at night) to grow steadily and produce crops. They include traditional summer crops such as snap beans, corn, cucumbers, melons, peppers, tomatoes, and squash. âWinterâ squashes such as acorn, hubbard, and banana are actually warm season crops: the name refers not to the planting season, but to the fact that they can be stored for winter consumption. For almost all of these vegetables, the fruit (rather than the roots or leaves), is the edible part. Warm season crops are killed by winter frosts, so donât plant them until after the last frost in spring unless you give them cold protection. Some warm-season crops: Beans.