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    Magnesio (en. Magnesium)

    /maɡˈnesio/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Metallic chemical element with the symbol Mg.
    Magnesium is used in alloys to improve their strength.
    El magnesio se utiliza en aleaciones para mejorar su resistencia.
    Mineral important for cellular function.
    A deficiency of magnesium can cause muscle cramps.
    Una deficiencia de magnesio puede causar calambres musculares.
    Its chemical composition is 24.305 u.
    Magnesium is necessary for protein synthesis.
    El magnesio es necesario para la síntesis de proteínas.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'magnesia' referring to a region of Asia Minor.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    magnesium deficiency
    Lack of magnesium in the body, which can cause health problems.
    deficiencia de magnesio
    magnesium supplement
    Product that contains magnesium, used to increase its intake in the diet.
    suplemento de magnesio

    Related Words

    magnesite
    Mineral that contains magnesium in the form of carbonate.
    magnesita
    magnesium chloride
    Inorganic salt used as a dietary supplement.
    cloruro de magnesio
    magnesium oxide
    Chemical compound used in medicine and as a laxative.
    óxido de magnesio

    Slang Meanings

    To refer to being strong or resilient.
    That person is pure magnesium, they never give up.
    Esa persona es puro magnesio, nunca se rinde.
    Used to describe someone who has a lot of energy.
    They are full of magnesium today, they can't stop moving.
    Está lleno de magnesio hoy, no para de moverse.