Characteristic

 

Struvite (magnesium ammonium phosphate) is a phosphate mineral with formula: NH₄MgPO₄·6H₂O. Struvite crystallizes in the orthorhombic system as white to yellowish or brownish-white pyramidal crystals or in platey mica-like forms. It is a soft mineral with Mohs hardness of 1.5 to 2 and has a low specific gravity of 1.7. It is sparingly soluble in neutral and alkaline conditions, but readily soluble in acid.

Chemical formula:NH₄MgPO₄·6H₂O

Appearance:Colorless, white (dehydrated), yellow or brownish, light gray

 

Application

 

It is used as pharmaceutical intermediae.