General Properties and Industrial Significance:
Zinc sulfate heptahydrate (chemical formula: ZnSO₄·7H₂O) is a hydrated form of zinc sulfate, appearing as colorless or white crystals. It contains around 22% elemental zinc.
Compared to zinc sulfate monohydrate, the heptahydrate form has more water content and lower zinc concentration by weight, but both serve similar purposes.
Applications:
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Agriculture:
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Commonly used as a micronutrient fertilizer to correct zinc deficiency in soils.
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Promotes enzyme function, growth, and hormone production in plants.
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Applied through soil, foliar sprays, or fertilizer blends.
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Animal Feed:
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Used as a zinc supplement in livestock and poultry feed to support metabolism, immunity, and reproduction.
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Industrial Uses:
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Employed in electroplating, water purification, and chemical manufacturing.
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Used in the production of preservatives, fungicides, and dyes.
