Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
magnesia
Noun
/mægˈniː.ʒə/
Definition
A mineral that is notably a source of magnesium, often found in nature as a component of certain minerals.
Examples
- Magnesia is commonly found in seawater.
- In agriculture, magnesia is often used as a soil amendment.
Meaning
Magnesia refers to a naturally occurring mineral (magnesium oxide) that is significant in various industrial applications and is also an essential nutrient for living organisms.
Synonyms
- Magnesium oxide
- Calcined magnesia
