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Magnesium oxide has several different applications. Magnesium oxide's ability to absorb water makes it an ideal substance for preserving books. This property is also the reason why rock climbers apply it to their hands to increase grip.<ref name=eHow/> Magnesium oxide is also used in industry and is a component in many different fertilizers and animal feeds. It can also fireproof materials used in construction. | Magnesium oxide has several different applications. Magnesium oxide's ability to absorb water makes it an ideal substance for preserving books. This property is also the reason why rock climbers apply it to their hands to increase grip.<ref name=eHow/> Magnesium oxide is also used in industry and is a component in many different fertilizers and animal feeds. It can also fireproof materials used in construction. | ||
Magnesium oxide can help insulate cables. It is also used for refractory purposes, such as lining crucibles. This compound forms the white coloring that forms the reference in colorimetry.<ref name=magnesiumoxide/>Colorimetry is the study of measuring and forming definitions for different colors based on how most people will perceive them.[http://www.colorbasics.com/Colorimetry/ Colorimetry] ''Color Basics.com''. Web. Accessed on January 24, 2015. Author unknown.</ref> However, one of magnesium oxide's most important and widely known uses is as a medication.<ref name=magnesiumoxide/> | Magnesium oxide can help insulate cables. It is also used for refractory purposes, such as lining crucibles. This compound forms the white coloring that forms the reference in colorimetry.<ref name=magnesiumoxide/>Colorimetry is the study of measuring and forming definitions for different colors based on how most people will perceive them.<ref>[http://www.colorbasics.com/Colorimetry/ Colorimetry] ''Color Basics.com''. Web. Accessed on January 24, 2015. Author unknown.</ref> However, one of magnesium oxide's most important and widely known uses is as a medication.<ref name=magnesiumoxide/> | ||
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