msup

msup is a chemical compound with the formula MgSO4. It is an inorganic salt and is commonly known as Epsom salt. In its anhydrous form, it is a white solid. Magnesium sulfate can be found in nature as the mineral epsomite.

The compound is highly soluble in water, forming a solution that has a bitter taste. When hydrated, it forms various crystalline forms, with heptahydrate (MgSO4·7H2O) being the most common. This hydrated form is the one typically referred to as Epsom salt.

Epsom salt has a variety of uses. It is widely known for its medicinal applications, often used in bath salts to soothe sore muscles and reduce inflammation. It is also used as a laxative, though this use is less common today. In agriculture, magnesium sulfate is used as a fertilizer to provide essential magnesium and sulfur to plants, particularly for crops that require these nutrients. It can also be used in industrial processes, such as in the production of paper, textiles, and cement. Additionally, it finds applications in laboratory settings as a drying agent for organic solvents.