Magnesium Carbonate

Magnesium Carbonate
1	Formula ----------------------- Molecular Weight	Light – Heavy - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 485
2	Synonym
3	Physical Property	Physical state Powder or friable masses . Colour White Odour Odourless Taste Characteristics Solubility Insoluble in water and alcohol but dissolve in dilute acids with strong effervescence .
4	Chemical Property
5	Incompatibility
6	Uses	i)                    It is used as antacid , cathartic and laxative .. ii)                   It is used as food additive . iii)                 It is used in tooth and face powder
7	Side Effect	i)                    It may cause diarrhea . ii)                   It releases carbon-dioxide in the stomach which may cause discomfort .
8	Storage	It is stored in well closed container