Magnesium Sulfate
Epsom Salt/Bath Salt
Chemical Formula
MgSO4
Uses for Chemical
- To relieve constipation
- To help regenerate the body quickly
- To help increase water levels in the intestines
Properties of Chemical
- High solubility in water
- Can come in a crystallized, creamy, or powder form
- Combination of magnesium, sulfur, and oxygen
Additional Information
- The chemical was discovered in 1618
- The common name of the chemical is named after the town in which it was found; Epsom, England
- The chemical was found by accident when a farmer attempted to give his cows water