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Monosodium citrate

Chemical compound

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A few grams of Monosodium citrate
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It is highly soluble in water and practically insoluble in ethanol. Monosodium citrate is used as an anticoagulant in blood samples. It is used as an alkalinizing agent to prevent kidney stone disease. The crystals form as nearly perfect cubes.

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