Magnesium Oxide (MgO) Nanoparticles – Properties and Applications
Nanomaterials with diameters of <100 nm are being used in a number of applications across multiple domains such as biology, physics, chemistry, cosmetics, optical components, polymer science, pharmaceutical drug manufacture, toxicology, and mechanical engineering.This article discusses the properties and applications of magnesium oxide nanoparticles. Magnesium is a Block S, Period 3 element, while oxygen is a Block P, Period 2 element. Magnesium can be commercially produced from carnallite, brucite, magnesite, olivine and talc.Magnesium oxide nanoparticles are odorless and non-toxic. They possess high hardness, high purity and a high melting point. Magnesium oxide nanoparticles appear in a white powder form.Chemical PropertiesThe chemical properties of magnesium oxide nanoparticles are outlined in the following table...
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