513.001 Molecular and Solid State Physics

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Physical
Constants

Periodic System
of Elements

      

Chemical reaction

Magnesium and water combine to produce magnesium hydroxide and hydrogen gas.

Mg + 2H2O → Mg(OH)2 + H2

How can you calculate if energy is required for this reaction to take place or if energy is released when this reaction takes place?