8197 Radial Magnet

ite Radial magnetite is a magnesium carbonate mineral composed of magnetite, a compound of iron and oxygen, and magnesium carbonate. It is typically found in marine fossils and sedimentary rock. The mineral forms in radiating layers, hence the name “radial magnetite”. Particles of radial magnetite are typically sub-microscopic ranging from 10 nm to 100nm. The particle size of radial magnetite helps it to be used in several industrial applications, such as the production of drilling fluids, suspension agents, and lubricants for industrial machinery. It can also be used for cadmium and mercury remediation, as well as in water softening and in coating applications. Additionally, it can be used to absorb certain hazardous chemicals from wastewater discharges. Radial magnetite also has several unique features that make it attractive in industrial settings. Depending on its composition and particle size, it can have a range of surface charges – from highly positively charged to highly negatively charged. This ability to adjust its surface charge allows for the mineral to be used for adsorption and absorption. Additionally, its particles are generally electrochemically stable and therefore allow it to act as a corrosion inhibitor in industrial processes.