Question

what happens when magnesium oxide is dissolved in water ?write a word equation.

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

Following is the chemical reaction taking place-->

➡️ MgO + H2O = Mg(OH)2

Here in the above chemical reaction, when magnisium oxide reacts with water, it forms Magnesium hydroxide.

It's a reversible reaction.

This reaction takes place in cold water.

Answer 2

Magnesium hydroxide is formed when magnesium oxide is dissolved in water.

• Magnesium oxide or magnesia is a milky white hygroscopic solid mineral.
• This substance is used as a supplement to maintain adequate magnesium in the body.
• This reaction is a reversible type of reaction and is also used as an antacid to treat indigestion.
• Milk of magnesia, when reacted forms a suspension of magnesium hydroxide.
• Word equation: Magnesium oxide + Water → Magnesium hydroxide.