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Definition of magnesia

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry
  • magnesium oxide.
    • Chemical formula: MgO
  • hydrated magnesium carbonate used as an antacid and laxative.

Origin:

late Middle English (referring to a mineral said to be an ingredient of the philosopher's stone): via medieval Latin from Greek Magnēsia, denoting a mineral from Magnesia in Asia Minor

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