MAGNESIUM SULFATE DOMESTIC PRODUCT

General Information

The chemical formula of MgSO4 is colorless and contains a soluble water soluble magnesium oxide of 16% or more. It has a white and crystalline appearance. It is usually found in the form of British salt of sulphate mineral in the form of heptahydrate (MgSO4 · 7H2). It plays a role in the formation of carbohydrates, proteins, fats and vitamins. It is a substance found in sea water that can crystallize as a hydrate in the form of small needles.

Molecular Structure

Mg 2 SO4 -2

Production and Reactions
The hydrated compound (MgSO4-H2O), called kizerit, is found as a mineral in nature. The magnesium sulfate MgSO 4 -7H 2O is produced by Sun.

Usage areas

Chemistry
In this sector magnesium sulfate salt is used in the British salt crystallization processes.

Agriculture

It is used to remove the Mg deficiency of chlorophyll in plants.

Medicine
Medical; It is used to prevent premature birth of magnesium sulphate.

Detergent
It is used as a thickener in some of the detergents, especially in winter.