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CAS 7785-21-9

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Magnesium ammonium phosphate

Description:
Magnesium ammonium phosphate, commonly known as struvite, is an inorganic compound with the formula MgNH4PO4·6H2O. It typically appears as a white crystalline solid and is soluble in water, making it relevant in various biological and environmental contexts. Struvite is often formed in wastewater treatment processes, where it can precipitate from solutions containing magnesium, ammonium, and phosphate ions, thus playing a role in nutrient recovery. The compound has a molar mass of approximately 245.41 g/mol and is characterized by its ability to form stable crystals under specific pH and temperature conditions. Struvite is also of interest in agriculture as a slow-release fertilizer due to its nutrient content, particularly nitrogen and phosphorus. Additionally, it has been studied for its potential applications in biomedicine, including as a biomaterial for bone regeneration. However, its formation in wastewater systems can lead to operational challenges, such as scaling in pipes and equipment, necessitating effective management strategies.
Formula:H4MgNO4P
InChI:InChI=1/Mg.H3N.H3O4P.6H2O/c;;1-5(2,3)4;;;;;;/h;1H3;(H3,1,2,3,4);6*1H2/q+2;;;;;;;;/p-2
InChI key:InChIKey=UQFPMUARPCJYQQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:P(=O)(O)(O)O.[Mg].N
Synonyms:
  • Ammonium Magnesium Phosphate Hydrate (1:1:1:6)
  • Ammonium magnesium phosphate
  • Ammonium magnesium phosphate ((NH4)Mg(PO4))
  • Ammonium magnesium phosphate ((NH<sub>4</sub>)Mg(PO<sub>4</sub>))
  • Ammoniummagnesiumorthophosphat
  • Magnesium ammonium phosphate
  • Monoammonium monomagnesium phosphate
  • Orthophosphate d'ammonium et de magnesium
  • Ortofosfato De Amonio Y Magnesio
  • Phosphoric acid, ammonium magnesium salt (1:1:1)
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