Formation of Magnesium Oxide

2Mg + O2 → 2MgO

Übersicht

Magnesium burns brilliantly in oxygen with an intense white flame to produce magnesium oxide. This reaction is so exothermic that it produces temperatures exceeding 2500 C. The bright light emitted was historically used in photography flash powder.

Teilnehmer

Rolle Substanz Koeffizient Zustand
Reaktant Oxygen O 1 (g)
Reaktant Magnesium Mg 2 (s)
Produkt Magnesium Oxide MgO 2 (s)

Alltägliches Beispiel

Sparklers and fireworks use magnesium to produce their characteristic bright white sparks and flashes.

Industrielle Bedeutung

Magnesium oxide is used as a refractory material in furnace linings, as an antacid in medicine (milk of magnesia), and as a component of animal feed supplements.

Eigenschaften

Typ
Synthesis
Reversibel
Nein
Energie
Exotherm
ΔH
-1203,6 kJ/mol

Verwandte Reaktionen

Formation of Calcium Hydroxide Formation of Carbon Monoxide Formation of Nitrogen Dioxide Formation of Potassium Chloride Formation of Sodium Bicarbonate Formation of Sodium Peroxide Formation of Silicon Dioxide Formation of Tungsten Carbide Formation of Copper(II) Sulfide Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (General)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formation of Magnesium Oxide?
The balanced equation is: 2Mg + O₂ → 2MgO.
What type of reaction is Formation of Magnesium Oxide?
Formation of Magnesium Oxide is a synthesis reaction.
Is Formation of Magnesium Oxide exothermic or endothermic?
Formation of Magnesium Oxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -1203.6 kJ/mol.