Epsomite, sometimes referred to as heptahydrite, is found all over the world including such places as hot springs in Italy and in unusual salt deposits in South Africa. The color of this mineral is a white to pale shade of translucent green/pink. In addition, epsomite is used in the manufacture of cotton and silk, tanning leather, fertilizers, and explosives. Medicinally, it is used as a laxative.
Citation of a publication:
Reference: Acta Crystallographica B 40
(1984) p218
Authors: Calleri, M, Gavetti, A, Ivaldi, G,
Rubbo, M
IUPAC name:
Magnesium sulfate heptahydrate
Lab name:
Common molecules
Sample provider:
Obtained from the Inorganic Crystal Structure Database
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