Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Chemistry

Question:

What is the formula of aluminium oxide? 

Options:

AlO3

Al2O

Al2O4

Al2O3

Correct Answer:

Al2O3

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 4. Al2O3.

The formula of aluminum oxide is \( Al_2O_3 \)

Aluminum oxide, also known as alumina, is a chemical compound with the formula \( Al_2O_3 \). It is a white or colorless solid that is commonly found in nature as various minerals, such as corundum and bauxite. Aluminum oxide is an important industrial material used in the production of aluminum metal, abrasives, ceramics, refractories, and catalysts.