Magnesium bromide
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Magnesium bromide | |
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Identifiers | |
CAS number | [7789-48-2] |
Properties | |
Molecular formula | MgBr2 |
Molar mass | 184.113 g/mol |
Appearance | white crystals very deliquescent |
Density | 2 g/cm3, Solid Hydrate; 3.72 g/cm3, Anhydrous Solid |
Melting point |
700°C |
Boiling point |
decomposes |
Solubility in water | 77% |
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox disclaimer and references |
Magnesium bromide (MgBr2) is a chemical compound of magnesium and bromine that is white and very deliquescent. It is often used as a mild sedative.
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