Zinc chloride hydroxide monohydrate

High school (ages 12+)
Science & Technology

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1. What is the systematic name?Pentazinc dichloride octahydroxide monohydrate
2. What is the chemical formula?Zn5(OH)8Cl2·H2O
3. Where does this compound naturally come from?It can be found as the mineral simonkolleite, which forms where zinc-rich water meets carbonate or hydroxide sources.
4. Why is it important for animals?It gives animals a safe, easy-to-absorb source of zinc, which helps them grow, stay healthy, and keep their immune system strong.

Inorganic Compound: A chemical compound that does not contain carbon-hydrogen bonds, often derived from minerals.
Water of Hydration: Water molecules that are incorporated into the crystal structure of a compound.
Bioavailability: The degree and rate at which a substance is absorbed into the bloodstream and becomes available to the body.