Magnesium citrate (3:2)

Magnesium citrate (3:2), also sometimes represented as Mg3(C6H5O7)2, refers to a specific stoichiometric ratio of magnesium to citrate ions. It signifies a compound composed of three magnesium cations (Mg2+) for every two citrate anions (C6H5O73-). This is a particular form of magnesium citrate, as the term "magnesium citrate" can more generally refer to a variety of magnesium salts of citric acid, which might have different ratios.

This specific 3:2 ratio dictates the molecular composition of the compound. Understanding this ratio is important for accurate chemical calculations, such as determining the molar mass and predicting the compound's behavior in chemical reactions. Furthermore, the bioavailability and physiological effects of magnesium citrate can be influenced by the specific stoichiometry.

While magnesium citrate in general is commonly used as a saline laxative and magnesium supplement, the particular properties and applications of the 3:2 form, versus other magnesium citrate ratios, may vary slightly and would typically be specified in relevant research or pharmaceutical contexts. Further details on the synthesis and specific uses of this ratio would typically be found in specialized chemical or pharmaceutical literature.