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Do magnesium nitrate and sodium phosphate react with each other. If they do, what color is the product?

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Answer:

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Yes

Mg(NO3)2 + Na3PO4 => Mg3(PO4)2 + 3NaNO3

Magnesium phosphate, Mg3(PO4)2, is a white product that is insoluble in water. Sodium nitrate, NaNO3, is soluble in water making it clear solution.

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