Magnesium Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid (Milk of Magnesia)

Mg(OH)2 + 2HCl → MgCl2 + 2H2O

Aperçu

Magnesium hydroxide (milk of magnesia) neutralizes hydrochloric acid to form magnesium chloride and water. As a sparingly soluble base, magnesium hydroxide provides sustained acid neutralization without causing rebound acidity. It works gradually as the solid slowly dissolves and reacts.

Participants

Rôle Substance Coefficient État
Réactif Magnesium Hydroxide Mg(OH)₂ 1 (s)
Réactif Hydrochloric Acid HCl 2 (aq)
Produit Water H₂O 2 (l)

Exemple du quotidien

Milk of magnesia is a common over-the-counter antacid and laxative, its white milky appearance coming from suspended magnesium hydroxide particles.

Importance industrielle

Magnesium hydroxide is used as an antacid, fire retardant in plastics, and in wastewater treatment for heavy metal precipitation and pH adjustment.

Propriétés

Type
Acid-Base
Réversible
Non
Énergie
Exothermique
ΔH
-108,0 kJ/mol

Réactions associées

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Magnesium Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid (Milk of Magnesia)?
The balanced equation is: Mg(OH)₂ + 2HCl → MgCl₂ + 2H₂O.
What type of reaction is Magnesium Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid (Milk of Magnesia)?
Magnesium Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid (Milk of Magnesia) is a acid-base reaction.
Is Magnesium Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid (Milk of Magnesia) exothermic or endothermic?
Magnesium Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid (Milk of Magnesia) is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -108.0 kJ/mol.