IRON 2 SULPHATE HEPTA HYDRATE, Iron (II) Sulfate Heptahydrate, Ferrous Sulfate Heptahydrate, Green vitriol, Copperas, Melanterite, 7782-63-0

IRON 2 SULPHATE HEPTA HYDRATE, Iron (II) Sulfate Heptahydrate, Ferrous Sulfate Heptahydrate, Green vitriol, Copperas, Melanterite, 7782-63-0

Iron (II) Sulfate Heptahydrate (FeSO₄·7H₂O), commonly known as Ferrous Sulfate Heptahydrate, is a chemical compound used in various industrial and laboratory applications. Here are some key details:

Properties:

• Chemical Formula: FeSO₄·7H₂O

• CAS Number: 7782-63-0

• Molar Mass: 278.02 g/mol

• Appearance: Light blue-green crystals

• Odor: Odorless

• Solubility: Soluble in water

• Melting Point: 60-64°C (decomposes)

• Density: 1.895 g/cm³

Uses:

• Agriculture: Used as a fertilizer to promote plant growth.

• Pharmaceuticals: Used in medications to treat iron deficiency.

• Food Industry: Used as a food coloring agent.

• Photography: Used in photographic collodion solutions.

• Corrosion-Resistant Coating: Used in corrosion-resistant coating solutions.

Other Names:

• Ferrous Sulfate Heptahydrate

• Green vitriol

• Iron vitriol

• Copperas

• Melanterite