Asked in UHS MDCAT 2008 2008Moderate

Magnesium reacts with hydrogen at high pressure in the presence of catalyst _ forming magnesium hydride.

Correct answer: B. Mgl2

  • A. Dolomite.
  • B. Mgl2
  • C. Mg3N2
  • D. Epsom salt

Explanation

In 1951 preparation from the elements was first reported involving direct hydrogenation of Mg metal at high pressure and temperature (200 atmospheres, 500 °C) with MgI2 catalyst: Mg + H2 → MgH.

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