magnesia

noun

mag·ne·sia | \ mag-ˈnē-shə

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Definition of magnesia

: magnesium oxide — compare milk of magnesia

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Recent Examples on the Web The proportion of magnesia in inlays and window glass from Samarra’s palaces suggests plant ash, rather than natron, as the source of sodium carbonate in the glassmaking process. — Kiona N. Smith, Ars Technica, 31 Aug. 2018

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“Magnesia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/magnesia. Accessed 10 Aug. 2022.

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magnesia

noun

mag·ne·sia | \ mag-ˈnē-shə

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Medical Definition of magnesia

: magnesium oxide

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