This equation represents an ion exchange reaction between magnesium nitrate (Mg(NO3)2) and potassium hydroxide (KOH) to form potassium nitrate (K2NO3) and magnesium hydroxide (Mg(OH)2).
- Reaction conditions
In order for the reaction to occur effectively, we need to ensure that both Mg(NO3)2 and KOH are completely dissolved in the solution and maintain appropriate temperature conditions.
- Reaction Process
When Mg(NO3)2 and KOH encounter each other in solution, they will exchange ions with each other. The magnesium ion Mg2+ from Mg(NO3)2 will combine with the hydroxide ion OH- from KOH to form magnesium hydroxide Mg(OH)2. Similarly, the potassium ion K+ from KOH will combine with the nitrate ion NO3- from Mg(NO3)2 to form potassium nitrate K2NO3.
- Phenomena Occurrence
During the reaction process, it can be observed that the initial transparent solution gradually turns cloudy white due to the formation of magnesium hydroxide Mg(OH)2, which is a white solid that is insoluble in water.