Characteristic
Magnesium oxide was obtained from magnesite (MgCO3) mixed with coke, and magnesium bicarbonate was obtained by adding CO2 into the solution.
Chemical formula: C4H2Mg5O14•5H2O
Formula weight: 485.65g/mol (395.58g/molanhy)
Appearance:White powder
Density 2.160 g/ml
Boiling Point: 333.6°C
Flash Point:169.8°C
Sensitivity: Ambient temperatures.
Solubility: Soluble in water and acids. Insoluble in alcohol.
Application
Magnesium carbonate hydroxide pentahydrate is used as pharmaceutical intermediate.