What is another word for magnesium sulfate?
Pronunciation: [maɡnˈiːzi͡əm sˈʌlfe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Magnesium sulfate is a commonly used compound that has various synonyms. It is also known as Epsom salt, a common name derived from the town of Epsom in Surrey, England where it was first discovered. Other synonyms for magnesium sulfate include heptahydrate, anhydrase, bitter salt, bath salt, and sel d'Epsom. The compound is widely used in agriculture, medicine, and industry due to its high solubility, easy availability, and low toxicity. In agriculture, it is used as a fertilizer to boost plant growth and crop yield, while in medicine, it is used to treat ailments such as constipation, eclampsia, and pre-eclampsia.
