Thermal Decomposition of Magnesium Carbonate

MgCO3 → MgO + CO2

개요

Magnesium carbonate decomposes when heated above 350 C to form magnesium oxide and carbon dioxide. This reaction occurs at a lower temperature than calcium carbonate decomposition because magnesium carbonate is less thermally stable. It is used in the production of magnesia for refractory applications.

참여 물질

역할 물질 계수 상태
생성물 Magnesium Oxide MgO 1 (s)
생성물 Carbon Dioxide CO₂ 1 (g)

일상 속 예시

Gymnasts and rock climbers use magnesium carbonate (chalk) on their hands, which is produced and processed using knowledge of this decomposition.

산업적 중요성

이 분해로 생성되는 산화마그네슘은 용광로 라이닝의 내화재, 의약품(제산제), 마그네슘 금속 생산에 사용됩니다.

성질

유형
Decomposition
가역 반응
아니오
에너지
흡열
ΔH
100.6 kJ/mol

관련 반응

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Thermal Decomposition of Magnesium Carbonate?
The balanced equation is: MgCO₃ → MgO + CO₂.
What type of reaction is Thermal Decomposition of Magnesium Carbonate?
Thermal Decomposition of Magnesium Carbonate is a decomposition reaction.
Is Thermal Decomposition of Magnesium Carbonate exothermic or endothermic?
Thermal Decomposition of Magnesium Carbonate is endothermic (absorbs energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is 100.6 kJ/mol.