Magnesium carbonate
Magnesium carbonate with the chemical formula MgCO3 and the molecular weight of 84.31 grams per mole is an inorganic and white substance, which its mineral is called magnesite. This chemical is insoluble in water, but it is able to absorb water molecules in its crystalline structure.
How to produce
Pure MgCO3 is produced by the reaction of water-soluble alkaline carbonates such as sodium carbonate with magnesium sulfate solution. As a result of this reaction, MgCO3 sediments are produced and sodium sulfate is the by-product. The produced slurry is separated from the solution, after passing through the press filter and drying in a rotary dryer, is ready to be ground, packaged and sold.
MgSO4 + Na2CO3 → MgCO3 + Na2SO4
Applications and applications of magnesium carbonate
- Production of toothpaste
- Production of refractory bricks
- Raw material for calcination and production of magnesium oxide
- Used as stomach antacid
- Used in the production of fireproof materials
- Production of laxatives
- Used as an additive in table salt to provide magnesium for regular nerve and muscle function
- Long-term supplier of magnesium for plants and trees