(Cl; 23-142) As is known, the thermal decomposition of alpha. alumina trihydrate leads, by partial decomposition, to an activated alumina characterized by a large specific surface which imparts to it remarkable adsorbent properties. The specific surface of the dehydrated product depends on its water content.
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