Magnesium iodide
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Magnesium iodide is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula MgI₂. It forms various hydrates MgI₂·xH₂O. Magnesium iodide is a salt of magnesium and hydrogen iodide. These salts are typical ionic halides, being highly soluble in water. Wikipedia
Formula: MgI₂
Molar mass: 278.1139 g/mol
Melting point: 1,179°F (637°C)
Boiling point: 1,857°F (1,014°C)
Density: 4.43 g/cm³
Crystal structure: Hexagonal (anhydrous); Monoclinic (hexahydrate); Orthorhombic (octahydrate)