Magnesium Ribbon
CAS number:7439-95-4
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Molecular Formula:
Mg
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Molecular Weight:
24.305 g/mol
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Brief Introduction:
Magnesium ribbon is a versatile material with a wide range of applications. As a lightweight metal, magnesium is the eighth most abundant element on earth. With its low density and high specific strength, it plays an important role in aerospace, transportation and 3C products. When magnesium ribbon is dissolved in water, it generates hydrogen and magnesium hydroxide, increases alkalinity, and can be used in biological processes for the conversion of carbon dioxide to methane or biogas upgrading. It works with anaerobic granular sludge in a mild water environment to achieve this conversion by forming nesquehonite (MgCO3·3H2O). In addition, magnesium ions can react with atmospheric carbon dioxide in aqueous solution to form carbonate minerals such as magnesite (MgCO3) and nesquehonite. Magnesium not only performs well in engineering applications, but also plays an important role in biology and medicine. As the second most abundant cation in cells, it participates in many biochemical processes, including ATP metabolism, enzyme activity regulation, and RNA and DNA function. Although the importance of magnesium has been widely recognized, its role in clinical medicine still needs further study, especially in diseases related to magnesium homeostasis disorders.
Metallic Elements
Magnesium is a chemical element (Mg) and falls under the category of metals. It is a lightweight, silvery-white metal with a wide range of applications.
Alkaline Earth Metals
Magnesium is part of the alkaline earth metal group in the periodic table, which includes elements like calcium (Ca), strontium (Sr), and barium (Ba).
Reactive Metals
Magnesium is considered a reactive metal because it readily reacts with oxygen and water, forming magnesium oxide or hydroxide.
Alloying Metals
Magnesium is commonly used as an alloying element, often combined with aluminum to create lightweight alloys.
Flammable Metals
Magnesium ribbon is highly flammable, especially when in fine form, making it part of this category when in certain conditions.
Pyrotechnic Materials
Magnesium ribbon is used in pyrotechnics, such as fireworks and flares, due to its bright white light when burned.
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