But, the prefix deoxy means that this particular form of ribose has lost one of its oxygen molecules, making it deoxyribose. Deoxyribose is missing an oxygen where the red star is located. Unlock Content
Magnesium sulfate is highly soluble in water. The anhydrous form is strongly hygroscopic, and can be used as a desiccant. It is the primary substance that causes the absorption of sound in seawater (acoustic energy is converted to thermal energy).
Other inorganic sulfate salts such as sodium sulfate and calcium sulfate may also be used in the same way. Magnesium sulfate is used in bath salts, particularly in flotation therapy, where high concentrations raise the bath water's specific gravity, effectively making the body more buoyant.