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AAT Bioquest

Is magnesium chloride soluble in organic solvents?

Posted May 20, 2023


Answer

No, magnesium chloride is insoluble in organic solvents. 

Magnesium chloride (MgCl2) is an ionic compound. It dissolves easily in polar solvents such as water but is insoluble in non-polar organic solvents. 

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