Magnesium Chloride (MgCl₂·6H₂O )- 500g
Description:
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Chemical Formula: MgCl₂·6H₂O
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Molar Mass: Approximately 203.30 g/mol
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Appearance: Colorless or white crystalline solid; often appears as flakes or granules.
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Solubility: Highly soluble in water, forming a clear solution.
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Nature: Hygroscopic, meaning it readily absorbs moisture from the air.
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Stability: Decomposes on strong heating, losing water of crystallization.
Uses:
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De-icing agent and dust suppressant on roads.
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Magnesium supplement in medicine and animal feed.
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Source of magnesium ions in chemical and biological laboratories.
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Used in textile and paper industries, and in making tofu (as a coagulant).
Magnesium chloride hexahydrate is widely used due to its ease of handling, solubility, and availability, especially in applications where precise hydration and controlled release of magnesium ions are needed.
