magnesian
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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The county council said Durham grasslands were "globally unique" because of the magnesian limestone exposed at the coast, and the project was one of only 20 funded nationally to halt species decline by 2030.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
The scheme, led by Durham County Council and the Heritage Coast Partnership, focused on restoring magnesian limestone grasslands between Nose's Point near Seaham and Blackhall Rocks.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
Ferro means iron and magnesian refers to magnesium.
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2017
Both are common alteration products of magnesian silicate minerals such as olivine, pyroxene, and amphibole.
From The Economic Aspect of Geology by Leith, C. K. (Charles Kenneth)
A peculiarity of the veins is the common association of magnesian minerals.
From The Romance of Industry and Invention by Cochrane, Robert
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