Compound Q&A
What is Magnesium Acetate Tetrahydrate (CAS: 16674-78-5)?
Answer
Magnesium Acetate Tetrahydrate is a magnesium salt of acetic acid with four water molecules of crystallization. Its chemical formula is Mg(CH3COO)2·4H2O. It appears as a white, crystalline solid and is soluble in water. This compound is commonly used in various chemical applications due to its solubility and reactivity.
About
CAS No
16674-78-5
English Name
Magnesium Acetate Tetrahydrate
Molecular Formula
C4H14MgO8
Molecular Weight
214.45 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)[O-].CC(=O)[O-].O.O.O.O.[Mg+2]
InChIKey
XKPKPGCRSHFTKM-UHFFFAOYSA-L
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
