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Magnesium is extracted from its ores by one of two processes. In the first, the ore is converted to magnesium chloride (MgCl2), which is then electrolyzed. In the second process, the ore is converted to magnesium oxide (MgO), which is then treated with the alloy ferrosilicon. The ferrosilicon reacts with magnesium oxide to yield pure magnesium metal.
It is the same for potassium, they both need to be electrolyised
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How does evaporation extract useful materials from sea water?
By evaporation of sea waters are produced sodium, potassium and magnesium chlorides, iodides, etc.
Is potassium and magnesium in the same period?
No. Magnesium is in the second period and potassium is in the third.
The differences in the reactions of potassium magnesium and copper with water?
the diffrences in reaction of potassium, magnesium and copper
Which element is more metallic potassium or magnesium?
Potassium.
What is the major function of potassium magnesium in the body?
potassium magnesium doesn't exist. They are two separate "metals".
Why is potassium difficult to extract?
Potassium is difficult to extract from its ore even through electrolysis, because it is very reactive
Would calcium be more chemically similar to potassium or to magnesium?
Magnesium
What is antidote for potassium?
Magnesium sulphate
Is potassium and magnesium both nonmetals?
No, they are not.
Does magnesium react with potassium sulfate?
no
How do you make magnesium?
sodium and potassium
Are barium magnesium potassium and calcium all in the same group?
No. Barium and magnesium and calcium are in group 2A but potassium is in group 1A.
