Properties : EDTA is a white crystal powder . its melting point is 240 degree . it is in soluuble in commen organic solvents . it is soluble in boling water 160 time as much , and soluble in alkali solvents like sodium . iti shows the tendency to depart from carboxyl .

Uses :

Mainly applied to complexing metal irons , and separating metal used as water - treating agents and scale - eliminating agents , capable of preventing the harmful
effects on productions caused by metal irons in water , also used in the cleaing the boilers in large -scale power plants.