Mg(OH)2 (s)

Definition

Mg(OH)2 refers to magnesium hydroxide, which is an ionic compound formed by the combination of magnesium ions (Mg2+) and hydroxide ions (OH-) in a 1:2 ratio.

Related terms

Precipitate:

A precipitate is an insoluble solid that forms during a chemical reaction between two aqueous solutions. Mg(OH)2 can be formed as a precipitate in certain reactions.

Solubility:

Solubility refers to how well a substance dissolves in another substance. Magnesium hydroxide has low solubility in water.

pH:

pH measures the acidity or alkalinity of a solution. Adding magnesium hydroxide to an acidic solution can increase its pH towards neutrality.