2007-03-23 21:21:29 · 6 answers · asked by blubbablub 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
The reaction between magnesium and a dilute acid can be used to tell the strength of the acid, as long as certain factors such as temperature and concentration are equal. The faster the fizzing, the stronger the acid.
2007-03-23 22:03:11 · answer #1 · answered by Gervald F 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, it does not burst into flames...it does, however, cause hydrogen to bubble from the surface of the magnesium strip. I'm not sure what you're exactly looking for, but reacting magnesium in acid readily and quickly creates hydrogen gas.
Mg(s) + H2SO4(aq) → Mg2+(aq) + SO42-(aq) + H2(g)
2007-03-23 21:39:05 · answer #2 · answered by karson178 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Who told you to use Mag citrate? It works and works FAST. You dont need to be scared. If you are constipated and your doctor told you to take it, take it. However, if you are taking it for "other" reasons, you could end up with more problems in the long run. Laxatives should always be your last resort. Forget bananas, thats not good for constipation at all. Prunes are though.
2016-03-29 01:55:44 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the mg is oxidized by the acid and the hydrogen of the water/acid is reduced producing hydrogen gas. It is a classic RedOx reaction
2007-03-23 23:24:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If I'm not mistaken, if it were used in only water it would burst into flames.
2007-03-23 21:27:31 · answer #5 · answered by Finish what? 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i would think temperature?
2007-03-23 21:24:03 · answer #6 · answered by kelly 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋