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Formula:
KOOC-CH(OH)-CH(OH)-COOH


An anthropogenic compound (potassium bitartrate, potassium hydrogen tartrate) found in wine barrels and on corks.

Classification of Wine stone

IMA status:Not Approved
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Chemical Properties of Wine stone

Formula:
KOOC-CH(OH)-CH(OH)-COOH
Essential elements:C, H, K, O
All elements listed in formula:C, H, K, O

Other Names for Wine stone

Synonyms:
Wine crystal
Other Languages:
German:Weinstein

Other Information

Health Warning:No information on health risks for this material has been entered into the database. You should always treat mineral specimens with care.

References for Wine stone

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Potassium_bitartrate

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