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What is the name of the salt produced when sulfuric acid reacts with magnesium?

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Topic

Reactions of acids

Question

A. Magnesium chloride
B. Magnesium sulfate
C. Magnesium nitrate
D. Magnesium carbonate

Answer

Magnesium sulfate

Explanation

When sulfuric acid reacts with magnesium, magnesium sulfate is produced.

Common mistake

Incorrect Word Equation Formation

Students often write incomplete or incorrect word equations for acid-metal reactions, such as omitting the product or using incorrect terms.

Ensure to include both reactants and products in the equation. For example, when hydrochloric acid reacts with zinc, the correct equation is 'hydrochloric acid + zinc → zinc chloride + hydrogen'.

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