How to convert a monohydrate to an anhydrous salt

[Psychlone]

Good time of day to you

I am in need of anhydrous Cadmium Chloride CdCl2 , for an experiment, but the vendors are offering a monohydrate form (at a good price), so how would one go about converting the salt to its anhydrous form?


Please help.


-Psychlone

[MatthijsM]

heat it up in an oven for a long time, dry it out

[Psychlone]

Originally Posted by MatthijsM heat it up in an oven for a long time, dry it out

Will microwaving it also work?

[MatthijsM]

No, you need to reach temperatures of + 300°C

[Psychlone]

Originally Posted by MatthijsM No, you need to reach temperatures of + 300°C

Thank you, will give it a try.

[Psychlone]

Originally Posted by GDforeverlove how about your experiment ?

Still need to get around to doing it. Will post results when complete.