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 qualities : 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