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Mg
Magnesium
Atomic Z: 12 · Mass A: 24
Proton (p⁺)
Neutron (n⁰)
Electron (e⁻)
Mg
Magnesium
Z = 12
Mass A = 24 u · Alkaline Earth Metal
Protons (p⁺)
12 Neutrons (n⁰)
12 Electrons (e⁻)
12 Orbit Velocity1.0x
Orbit Rings
Nucleus Glow
Select Element (29)
Scientific Summary
Essential alkaline earth metal critical for chlorophyll in plants and cellular ATP energy production in humans.
Did You Know?
Magnesium burns underwater by stripping Oxygen directly from Water molecules with a blinding white light!
Practical Applications
Chlorophyll Photosynthesis
Lightweight Automotive Alloys
Fireworks & Flares
Dietary Supplements
Discovered By: Joseph BlackYear: 1755