What is another word for magnesium carbonate?
Pronunciation: [maɡnˈiːzi͡əm kˈɑːbənˌe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Magnesium carbonate is a mineral compound that is primarily used as a source of magnesium in nutritional supplements. It is also used in the production of refractory materials, ceramics, and as an antacid to alleviate heartburn and indigestion. Some synonyms for magnesium carbonate include magnesium white, magnesite, and dolomite. Magnesium white is a fine powder that is used as a filler or pigment in the production of paints, inks, and cosmetics. Magnesite is a natural mineral form of magnesium carbonate, while dolomite is a type of sedimentary rock that contains magnesium carbonate as one of its main components.
