Title: Magnesium Bromide
CAS Registry Number: 7789-48-2
Molecular Formula: Br2Mg
Molecular Weight: 184.11
Percent Composition: Br 86.80%, Mg 13.20%
Line Formula: MgBr2
Derivative Type: Hexahydrate
Properties: Colorless, very deliquesc crystals or white granules; bitter taste. mp about 165° with decompn. Sol in 0.3 part water; sol in alcohol. The aq soln is neutral.
Keep well closed.
Melting point: mp about 165° with decompn
Use: In organic syntheses.
Therap-Cat: Sedative, anticonvulsant.
Keywords: Anticonvulsant; Sedative/Hypnotic; Bromides.