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Magnesium Oxide
MgO Formula wt 40.30
530 [1309-48-4] 3A3U0GI71G magnesium oxide

DESCRIPTION

Magnesium Oxide occurs as a very bulky, white powder known as Light Magnesium Oxide or as a relatively dense, white powder known as Heavy Magnesium Oxide. Five grams of Light Magnesium Oxide occupies a volume of approximately 40 to 50 mL, while 5 g of Heavy Magnesium Oxide occupies a volume of approximately 10 to 20 mL. It is soluble in dilute acids, practically insoluble in water, and insoluble in alcohol.

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