Definition of magnesium oxide Magnesium oxide

mag•ne•si•um ox•ide

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magnesium oxide - a white solid mineral that occurs naturally as periclase; a source of magnesium
		periclase, magnesia
		mineral solid homogeneous inorganic substances occurring in nature having a definite chemical composition

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magnesium oxide (Noun)
A white powder MgO with a high melting point ; it occurs naturally as periclase, an ore of magnesium.

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Magnesium oxide, or magnesia, is a white solid mineral, made of one part magnesium and one part oxygen. Its chemical formula is MgO. Magnesium oxide is used by libraries to make books last longer. It is also used as an insulator for some electrical wires, and to help crucibles resist high temperatures. Magnesium oxide is also used to treat heartburn and upset stomachs.

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