The above chemical equation illustrates the reaction process between Magnesium (Mg) and sulfuric acid (H2SO4), resulting in the formation of magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) and hydrogen gas (H2).
- Reaction Conditions
The reaction occurs at room temperature and requires the presence of sulfuric acid to stimulate the process.
- Reaction Process
When magnesium and sulfuric acid come into contact, sulfuric acid will increase the oxidation state of magnesium, producing magnesium sulfate and hydrogen gas. This chemical change is represented by the following balanced equation:
Mg (s) + H2SO4(aq) -> MgSO4(aq) + H2(g)
Where:
- Mg is solid magnesium
- H2SO4 is sulfuric acid in solution form
- MgSO4 is magnesium sulfate in solution form
- H2 is hydrogen gas
- Observed Phenomena
As the reaction takes place, there will be bubbling due to the formation and release of hydrogen gas. At the end of the reaction, the initial mixture will turn into a cloudy white solution due to the formation of magnesium sulfate.