Magnesium
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In medicine, magnesium (mag-NEE-zee-um) is a mineral used by the body to help maintain muscles, nerves, and bones. It is also used in energy metabolism and protein synthesis.
| Magnesium | |
|---|---|
| Properties | |
| Atomic symbol | Mg |
| Atomic number | 12 |
| Classification | Alkaline Earth |
| Atomic mass | 24.3 amu |
| Other Information | |
| Date of discovery | 1808 |
| Name of discoverer | Sir Humphrey Davy |
| Name origin | Magnesia (City) |
| Uses | Airplanes, missiles |
| Obtained from | Sea water |