a carbonate mineral with the chemical formula of MgCO3
Magnesium carbonate. Transluscent or transparent. Clear, white, yellow to brown. (3.5 - 4.5)
A white mineral composed of magnesium carbonate and an important source of magnesium; magnesite is a common alteration mineral in ultramafic rocks.
A mineral consisting essentially of magnesium carbonate.
natural magnesium carbonate, occurring either in compact, white masses or in crystalline form, used in producing carbon dioxide and steel. [AHDOS
Magnesite is magnesium carbonate, MgCO3. Iron (as Fe2+) substitutes for Mg with a complete solution series with siderite, FeCO3. Calcium, manganese, cobalt, and nickel may also occur in small amounts.