Magnesium
/mæˈɡniziəm/
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Definition
(noun) The chemical element with an atomic number of 12. It is a light, easily flammable, silvery-white alkaline earth metal.
Sentence Examples
Powders of aluminium, magnesium, silicon, etc. explode.
Magnesium is a chemical element.
CEFR Practice Quiz
____ is an important mineral that is found in many different foods and is essential for health.