Magnesium Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid (Antacid)

Mg(OH)₂ + 2HCl → MgCl₂ + 2H₂O

Descripción general

Magnesium hydroxide (milk of magnesia) neutralizes hydrochloric acid to form magnesium chloride and water. This is exactly the reaction that occurs in the stomach when antacid tablets are taken. Magnesium hydroxide is a mild base that neutralizes acid without causing rebound acidity.

Participantes

Rol	Sustancia	Coeficiente	Estado
Reactivo	Magnesium Hydroxide Mg(OH)₂	1	(s)
Reactivo	Hydrochloric Acid HCl	2	(aq)
Producto	Water H₂O	2	(l)

Ejemplo cotidiano

Milk of magnesia antacid works by this reaction, neutralizing excess stomach acid (HCl) to relieve heartburn and indigestion.

Importancia industrial

El hidróxido de magnesio se usa en formulaciones antiácidas, como retardante de llama en plásticos y en el tratamiento de aguas residuales para la precipitación de metales pesados.

Propiedades

Tipo: Double Replacement
Reversible: No
Energía: Exotérmico
ΔH: -108,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Magnesium Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid (Antacid)?

The balanced equation is: Mg(OH)₂ + 2HCl → MgCl₂ + 2H₂O.

What type of reaction is Magnesium Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid (Antacid)?

Magnesium Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid (Antacid) is a double replacement reaction.

Is Magnesium Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid (Antacid) exothermic or endothermic?

Magnesium Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid (Antacid) is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -108.0 kJ/mol.