Magnesium Chloride

**Definition:** Magnesium chloride. An inorganic compound consisting of one magnesium and two chloride ions. The compound is used in medicine as a source of magnesium ions, which are essential for many cellular activities. It has also been used as a cathartic and in alloys.

**Tree numbers:** - D01.210.450.150.500 - D01.524.475

**Synonyms:** - MgCl2