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11 years ago
After Balacing the following chemical equation
MgSo4 + NaOH yields Mg(OH)2 + Na2SO4
I came up with MgSO4 + 2NaOH = Mg(OH)2 + Na2SO4

Now I have to determine if precipitation will form in this reaction.
Can I get Help As to Determine If That Is Possible. And Explain Your Answer
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11 years ago
A precipitate will form in the reaction because hydroxide salts (Mg(OH)2 for example) are insoluble in water (with a couple exceptions).  Since the reaction produces Mg(OH)2, this product will come out of solution and for a solid precipitate.  The Na2SO4 will remain dissolved in the water since sulfate salts are soluble (again, with a few exceptions).  Hope this helps!
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