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Definition of Magnesium oxide

1. Noun. A white solid mineral that occurs naturally as periclase; a source of magnesium.

Definition of Magnesium oxide

1. Noun. (inorganic compound) A white powder (MgO) with a high melting point; it occurs naturally as periclase, an ore of magnesium. ¹

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Medical Definition of Magnesium oxide

1. Magnesium oxide (mgo). An inorganic compound that occurs in nature as the mineral periclase. In aqueous media combines quickly with water to form magnesium hydroxide. It is used as an antacid and mild laxative and has many nonmedicinal uses. Pharmacological action: antacids, cathartic. Chemical name: Magnesium oxide (MgO) (12 Dec 1998)

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