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Meaning of MAGNESITE

Pronunciation:  'magni`sIt

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 Definition: [n]  a black magnetic mineral consisting of magnesium carbonate; a source of magnesium
 
 See Also: atomic number 12, magnesium, Mg, mineral

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Mag"ne*site\, n. [Cf. F. magn['e]site.] (Min.)
Native magnesium carbonate occurring in white compact or
granular masses, and also in rhombohedral crystals.

 



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