Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Milk of magnesia is used to treat heartburn and constipation. It is a common over-the ...

The main ingredient in milk of magnesia is magnesium hydroxide. The liquid looks cloudy because only a small amount of the magnesium hydroxide dissolves in water. The rest stays suspended in the ...

the reaction of magnesium hydroxide and vinegar generates heat. Adding ice to the system slows down the reaction, allowing more time for you to observe the color changes. Because of its ability to ...

For example 'milk of magnesia', a white aqueous solution of magnesium hydroxide, is commonly used as a laxative and an antacid. Magnesium also has a central position in organic and organometallic ...