Magnesium Oxide is a white, odorless powder that occurs naturally as the mineral periclase. It's widely used in various industries.
- Medicine: As an antacid to relieve heartburn and indigestion, a laxative and a dietary supplement for magnesium deficiency.
- Industry: As a refractory material in furnaces and kilns, a catalyst and catalyst support, and in the production of ceramics and glass.
- Cosmetics: As a skin conditioning agent and UV filter in sunscreens.