Magnesium sulfate, heptahydrate is a magnesium ion source. Magnesium plays an important role in cell muscle physiology, cardiovascular and muscular activity and nucleic acid structure. Magnesium also functions as a cofactor for restriction enzymes like EcoR I and EcoR V, as well as deoxyribonuclease (DNase).
Magnesium sulfate, heptahydrate can also be used in the protocol for the isolation of chromosomes or nucleic acids.
Product Specifications
Magnesium Sulfate, Heptahydrate, ACS Grade
Formula: MgSO4 ∙ 7H2O
MW: 246.47 g/mol
Storage/Handling: Store in a dry and well-ventilated place.
PubChem Chemical ID: 24843