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Detailed information about the equation MgSO4 + KOH -> Mg(OH)2 + K2SO4
This chemical equation represents the ion exchange reaction between the compound MgSO4 (Magnesium sulfate) and KOH (Potassium hydroxide), resulting in Mg(OH)2 (Magnesium hydroxide) and K2SO4 (Potassium sulfate). -
Reaction conditions
The reaction occurs when the reactants are introduced into the same environment, ideally in solution form. -
Reaction process
When MgSO4 encounters KOH, the Mg2+ ion in MgSO4 will bond with 2 OH- ions from 2 KOH molecules to form Mg(OH)2, while the K+ ion from KOH will bond with SO4 2- from MgSO4 to form K2SO4. This process takes place in solution. -
Observed phenomenon
If the reaction takes place in solution, you will see the precipitation of Mg(OH)2 – a white solid forming a layer at the bottom of the beaker.