CaMgFeSO46H2O

CaMgFeSO4·6H2O is a hydrated sulfate salt described by the formula CaMgFeSO4·6H2O, indicating a compound that contains calcium, magnesium, and iron cations balanced by sulfate and coordinated or lattice water molecules. The notation reflects a mixed-metal sulfate with six water molecules per formula unit, but the exact details of iron’s oxidation state, the distribution of water (whether some are coordinated to metal centers or present as lattice water), and the overall charge balance can vary with synthesis conditions and environmental context.

In terms of classification, this compound would be regarded as a hydrated metal sulfate and part of a broader family of mixed-cation sulfates. The presence of three different metals in a single salt often leads to a distinctive crystal structure influenced by ionic radii, charge, and hydration state. Hydration in sulfates commonly results in a network where sulfate groups connect to metal centers and water ligands, producing a stable lattice at ambient temperatures and modest humidity.

Occurrence and synthesis are typically linked to evaporative or hydrothermal processes. Such compounds can form when sulfate-rich solutions containing calcium, magnesium, and iron interact under conditions that favor co-precipitation and hydration. They may be investigated in mineralogy, crystallography, and geochemistry as models for multi-cation sulfate crystallization and water incorporation.

Safety and handling follow standard practices for inorganic salts. While generally of low acute toxicity, dust or fine powders should be handled with appropriate protective equipment, and standard laboratory hygiene should be observed. Potential applications lie mainly in materials science, crystallography, and geochemical modeling rather than widespread industrial use.