Question

When MgO is dissolved in water, Mg(OH)2 is obtained. The solution thus obtained is ___ in nature.

A. amphoteric

B. alkaline

C. neutral

D. acidic​

Answer 1

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Option B. alkaline

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MgO + H2O ➜ Mg(OH)2

Milk of magnesia (Mg(OH)2) is obtained by dissolving magnesium ash (MgO) in water . The solution turns red litmus paper into blue . this shows that the solution is alkaline alkaline in nature.

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