What is cocl2.6h2o?

Cocl2.6H2O is a hydrated form of cobalt(II) chloride, a chemical compound with the formula CoCl2. It is a blue-green crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water, ethanol, and ether. This compound is commonly used as a drying agent or desiccant due to its ability to absorb moisture from the air. It can also be used as a source of cobalt ion in various chemical reactions. The number 6 in the formula indicates the number of water molecules present in the compound.