Magnesium Hydroxide Precipitation

MgCl2 + 2NaOH → Mg(OH)2↓ + 2NaCl

概述

Magnesium chloride reacts with sodium hydroxide to form a white precipitate of magnesium hydroxide (Ksp = 5.6 × 10⁻¹²). The milky white suspension is commonly known as milk of magnesia. Mg(OH)₂ is a weak base that slowly neutralizes acid.

参与者

角色 物质 系数 状态
反应物 Sodium Hydroxide NaOH 2 (aq)
产物 Magnesium Hydroxide Mg(OH)₂ 1 (s)
产物 Sodium Chloride NaCl 2 (aq)

日常示例

Milk of magnesia antacid is a suspension of this precipitate that neutralizes stomach acid gradually and acts as a gentle laxative.

工业重要性

氢氧化镁是重要的无卤阻燃剂(正在替代溴系阻燃剂)、抗酸药和废水处理中重金属沉淀剂,年用量数十万吨。

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Magnesium Hydroxide Precipitation?
The balanced equation is: MgCl₂ + 2NaOH → Mg(OH)₂↓ + 2NaCl.
What type of reaction is Magnesium Hydroxide Precipitation?
Magnesium Hydroxide Precipitation is a precipitation reaction.
Is Magnesium Hydroxide Precipitation exothermic or endothermic?
Magnesium Hydroxide Precipitation is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -41.0 kJ/mol.