The reaction of Mg Cl2 and KOH can be described as a double substitution type of reaction. This means the cations of the reactants are exchanged in places when the products are formed. In this case, the balanced reaction is expressed
MgCl2 (s) + 2KOH (aq) = Mhg (OH)2 (aq) + 2KCl (s)
The enthalpy<span> of </span>solution<span>, </span>enthalpy<span> of dissolution, or heat of </span>solution<span> is the</span>enthalpy<span> change associated with the dissolution of a substance in a solvent at constant pressure resulting in infinite dilution. The </span>enthalpy<span> of </span>solution<span> is most often expressed in kJ/mol at constant temperature. </span>
