noun
- a white or grayish mineral consisting of magnesium carbonate, used in making refractory materials and as a source of magnesium
Usage: geology; mineralogy
Examples
- The mining company extracted magnesite from the quarry for industrial use.
- Magnesite is commonly used in the production of refractory bricks.
- The geologist identified the white crystalline mineral as magnesite.
- Large deposits of magnesite are found in several mountainous regions.
- The furnace lining was made from high-grade magnesite.
- Magnesite serves as an important source of magnesium for various industries.