Saudi Geological Survey highlights magnesite’s role in industry, reveals nine discovery sites
The Saudi Geological Survey says magnesite is vital for refractory industries and has been found at nine sites across Makkah, Madinah, Tabuk, and Hail.
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AIThe Saudi Geological Survey has stated that magnesite is an important carbonate mineral used as a natural source of magnesium, formed through various geological processes.
In a post on X, the authority emphasized magnesite’s significance in refractory industries, particularly for producing heat-resistant materials used to line furnaces and in iron and steel manufacturing.
The Survey reported that a total of nine magnesite sites have been discovered in Saudi Arabia: two in Makkah, three in Madinah, one in Tabuk, and three in Hail.
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