Magnesium fluoride is used in ceramics, optical lenses, glass manufacturing, and single crystals for polarizing prisms. It is also used in organic synthesis.
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Applications
Magnesium fluoride is used in ceramics, optical lenses, glass manufacturing, and single crystals for polarizing prisms. It is also used in organic synthesis.
Solubility
Soluble in water (87 mg/L at 18°C ).
Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Incompatible with Strong oxidizing agents and strong acids. Store at room temperature.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Marilyn J. Dodge. Refractive properties of magnesium fluoride. Applied Optics. 1984, 23 (12), 1980-1985.
- K. V. K. Rao.; S. V. N. Naidu.; P. L. N. Setty. Thermal expansion of magnesium fluoride. Acta Cryst. 1962, 15 (6), 528-530.