Magnesium Carbonate

1.) formula?
MgCO3
2.) molecular weight?
84.33 g/mol
3.) melting point?
350oc
4.) boiling point?
not available
5.) state at room temperature?
solid
6.) molecular or ionic?
ionic
7.) molecular geometry
trigonal
8.) give a description
white solid mineral
9.) uses
metal, flooring, salt, hand dryer, flooring, fireproofing, fire extingiushers, cosmetics, dusting powder, toothpaste
10.) any interesting information
The Morton Salt company adopted the slogan "When it rains it pours" in reference to the fact that its MgCO3 containing salt would not stick together in wet weather
11.)

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