PERICLASE

Periclase

Periclase occurs naturally in contact metamorphic rocks and is a major component of most basic refractory bricks. It is a cubic form of magnesium oxide .

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periclase

Noun

  1. A cubic crystalline form of magnesium oxide (MgO)


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