Is gel make when magnesium methoxide reaction with methanol?

Answer 1

No. Magnesium methoxide will react with water to form a gel. The gel is actually a cross-linked Magnesium hydroxide structure in methanol. Magnesium methoxide is typically sold/stored in dry methanol to protect the chemical as it is incredibly hygroscopic.

Answer 2

Yes, a gel can form when magnesium methoxide reacts with methanol, as this reaction can produce magnesium hydroxide as a byproduct, which may lead to gel formation. The gel formation is due to the formation of a network structure in the reaction mixture.