| Origin of Name |
From the Greek word Magnesia, a district of Thessaly |
| Date of Discovery |
1808 in England |
| Discovered by |
Sir Humphry Davy |
| Common Compounds |
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| Interesting facts |
- It is the eighth most common element in the earth's crust, but is the most commercially used element.
- It is obtained from seawater.
- It is a very flammable metal.
- The center of chlorophyll contains magnesium.
- Pouring water on burning magnesium will increase the fire and can cause explosions.
- Magnesium oxide is the byproduct of burning magnesium and can cause respiratory problems like asthma or emphysema.
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| Common Uses |
- Photography flash products
- Bombs
- Signal flares
- Medicines
- Insulation
- Paper
- Fabrics
- Cements
- Ceramics
- Cosmetics
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