Experiments and Observations on the Following Subjects / 1. On the preparation, calcination, and medicinal uses of Magnesia Alba. 2. On the solvent qualities of calcined Magnesia. 3. On the variety in the solvent powers of quick-lime, when used in different quantities. 4. On various absorbents, as promoting or retarding putrefaction. 5. On the comparative antiseptic powers of vegetable infusions prepared with lime, &c. 6. On the sweetening properties of fixed air.

THE CONTENTS.

CHAP. I.
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An Account of an improved Method of preparing Magnesia Alba.	1
CHAP. II.
Miscellaneous Observations.	12
CHAP. III.
On the Medicinal Properties of Magnesia Alba.	25
CHAP. IV.
On the Calcination of Magnesia Alba.	39
CHAP. V.
On the Medicinal Virtues of Calcined Magnesia.	48
CHAP. VI.
On the Action of various Absorbents, as promoting or retarding putrefaction.	58
CHAP. VII.
On the Solvent Qualities of Calcined Magnesia.	80
CHAP. VIII.
On the various Solvent Powers of Quick Lime in different Quantities.	88
CHAP. IX.
On the comparative Antiseptic Powers of Vegetable Infusions prepared with Lime, &c.	105
CHAP. X.
On the Sweetening Properties of Fixed Air.	114
CHAP. XI.
A Review of the general Conclusions deducible from the foregoing Observations and Experiments.	135
AN APPENDIX	143

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