Why Doesn't Magnesium Nitrate React with Sulphuric Acid?

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Magnesium nitrate does not react with sulfuric acid due to the nature of the compounds involved, specifically the strength of the acids and bases. Sulfuric acid (H2SO4) is a strong acid, while the nitrate ion (NO3-) is considered a weak base, which limits the potential for a reaction. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding acid-base reactions and encourages participants to engage with the topic more deeply. Additionally, some users pointed out the need for original effort in seeking answers. Overall, the lack of a reaction can be attributed to the chemical properties of the substances involved.
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why magnesium nitrate does not react with sulphuric acid?:confused:
can somebody help answering? thank you.:smile:
 
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salt: a compound formed by replacing hydrogen in an acid by a metal (or a radical that acts like a metal)

2HNO3 + MgO → Mg(NO3)2 + H2O
 
er.. i still don't understand why magnesium nitrate does not react with sulphuric acid?
i understand what is salt already. thankyou.
 
topsyturvy said:
why magnesium nitrate does not react with sulphuric acid?:confused:
can somebody help answering?
No, we can't, unless you show some original effort first. Please read the posting guidelines for this sub-forum.
 
well, H2SO4 is a strong acid, while NO- is a weak base?
 
topsyturvy said:
well, H2SO4 is a strong acid, while NO- is a weak base?
Have you written out the equation? The unit from which this question is drawn (thermodynamics, acids/bases, etc.) might lend you a hint.
 
erm...i seem to have completely miss-read your question...sorry
 
3trQN said:
erm...i seem to have completely miss-read your question...sorry
The question was for the OP.
 
So was my post :)
 

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