Calcium sulfate is a compound of calcium, sulfur, and oxygen found in abundance in nature and as a by-product of industrial processes. It has different forms, including the hydrated mineral gypsum and the anhydrous mineral anhydrite. It has a wide range of applications, including construction, sculpture, medicine, and the food industry. Gypsum is used in […]
Barium sulfate is a white, metallic powder that is mined from barium ore. It is used as an extender in paint, a bleaching agent, and in medical imaging procedures. It may cause skin and eye irritation and has limited evidence of being carcinogenic. Consumption of the suspension may cause nausea, cramps, and constipation. Barium sulfate […]
Ferrous sulfate heptahydrate is an iron compound used as a mineral supplement and to alleviate iron deficiency in soil. It has a pale green crystalline solid and is known as “green vitriol”. It is not toxic but can cause gastrointestinal irritation if taken in excess. It is also used in wastewater treatment and to prevent […]
