Magnesium Reacting with Sulfuric Acid

Mg + H2SO4 → MgSO4 + H2

Genel Bakış

Magnesium reacts vigorously with dilute sulfuric acid to produce magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt) and hydrogen gas. The reaction is rapid with vigorous effervescence and considerable heat generation. Magnesium ribbon dissolves quickly.

Katılımcılar

Rol Madde Katsayı Hal
Reaktan Magnesium Mg 1 (s)
Reaktan Sulfuric Acid H₂SO₄ 1 (aq)
Ürün Magnesium Sulfate MgSO₄ 1 (aq)
Ürün Hydrogen H 1 (g)

Günlük Örnek

Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) used in bath soaks is the same compound produced by this acid-metal reaction.

Endüstriyel Önemi

Magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt) is used in agriculture as a soil conditioner, in medicine as a laxative and eclampsia treatment, and in the production of beer.

Özellikler

Tür
Single Replacement
Geri Dönüşümlü
Hayır
Enerji
Ekzotermik
ΔH
-466,9 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Magnesium Reacting with Sulfuric Acid?
The balanced equation is: Mg + H₂SO₄ → MgSO₄ + H₂.
What type of reaction is Magnesium Reacting with Sulfuric Acid?
Magnesium Reacting with Sulfuric Acid is a single replacement reaction.
Is Magnesium Reacting with Sulfuric Acid exothermic or endothermic?
Magnesium Reacting with Sulfuric Acid is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -466.9 kJ/mol.