Zinc sulfate
chemical compound
Zinc sulfate is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is ZnSO4. It contains zinc and sulfate ions.
PropertiesEdit
Zinc sulfate is a colorless solid. It dissolves in water. It can react with bases to make zinc hydroxide.
PreparationEdit
Zinc sulfate can be made by reacting zinc or zinc oxide with sulfuric acid. It can also be made by reacting copper sulfate with zinc.
UsesEdit
Zinc sulfate can be used to add zinc to the soil. It is also used to add zinc to animal feed. It was once used to remove acne.