Here's the balanced chemical equation:
MgCO3(s) + H2SO4(aq) → MgSO4(aq) + CO2(g) + H2O(l)
Here's a breakdown of what happens:
* Magnesium carbonate (MgCO3) is a solid white compound.
* Sulfuric acid (H2SO4) is a strong acid.
* Magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) is a soluble salt, also known as Epsom salt.
* Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a colorless gas.
* Water (H2O) is a liquid.
This reaction is an example of a double displacement reaction and a neutralization reaction. The acid (H2SO4) reacts with the base (MgCO3) to form a salt (MgSO4) and water (H2O), and carbon dioxide is also produced as a gas. You'll likely see bubbles of CO2 forming in the solution.
