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Magnesium MeSH Descriptor Data 2025


MeSH Heading
Magnesium
Tree Number(s)
D01.268.552.437
D01.268.557.500
D01.552.547.500
Unique ID
D008274
RDF Unique Identifier
http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D008274
Scope Note
A metallic element that has the atomic symbol Mg, atomic number 12, and atomic weight 24.31. It is important for the activity of many enzymes, especially those involved in OXIDATIVE PHOSPHORYLATION.
Related Numbers
7439-95-4
CAS Type 1 Name
Magnesium
Entry Combination
deficiency:Magnesium Deficiency
Date Established
1966/01/01
Date of Entry
1999/01/01
Revision Date
2013/07/08
Magnesium Preferred
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