What is hydrated iron(II) sulphate and what is it commonly used for?
Igloo writes Hydrated iron(II) sulphate has the formula, FeSO4 . 7H2O Outside the laboratory iron(II) sulphate is used on soil to lower the pH. Iron(II) sulphate is the main component of iron tablets. These are needed by some people suffering from anaemia to counteract their iron deficiency. Risk assessment Before attempting any practical work based on the advice and suggestions on this website, you must do the following. Identify any hazards, assess the risks from these hazards, and then decide appropriate control measures to reduce the risks. You must have these approved by those in authority in your school or college laboratory. Do not rely on what is said on this website. For further guidance see our tutorial on Risk Assessment.