What happens when magnesium sulphate solution is added to copper metal?

Question

What happens when magnesium sulphate solution is added to copper metal?

1. A. Copper displaces magnesium, forming copper sulphate
2. B. Magnesium displaces copper, forming magnesium sulphate
3. C. Hydrogen gas is evolved
4. D. No reaction occurs (Correct answer)

Correct Answer

Option D — No reaction occurs

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is No reaction occurs.

Key Points

• Copper is below magnesium in the reactivity series, so copper cannot displace magnesium from its salt solution. No reaction occurs.