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'''Magnesium''' is a metallic [[elements|element]] that belongs to [[alkaline earth metal]] group. It is a silvery-white metal and is fairly hard. Uses of magnesium include [[photography]], [[fireworks]], among others. It is also an essential nutrient in humans. Some magnesium compounds, such as [[magnesia]], are used for its medical properties. Elemental magnesium was first isolated by Sir [[Humphrey Davy]], a British chemist. | |||
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*[http://periodic.lanl.gov/elements/12.html Los Alamos National Laboratory] | |||
*[http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/magnesium.asp#h1 Office of Dietary Supplement - National Institute of Health] | |||
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Revision as of 17:02, 25 September 2007
Template:Chem Infobox Magnesium is a metallic element that belongs to alkaline earth metal group. It is a silvery-white metal and is fairly hard. Uses of magnesium include photography, fireworks, among others. It is also an essential nutrient in humans. Some magnesium compounds, such as magnesia, are used for its medical properties. Elemental magnesium was first isolated by Sir Humphrey Davy, a British chemist.