Question

13. Magnesium oxide is obtained on burning
Magnesium ribbon in the air. What is the
chemical nature of Magnesium Oxide?
(a) Acidic
(b) Basic
(c) Neutral
(d) Soft​

Answer 1

Explanation:

After it burns, it forms a white powder of the magnesium oxide. Magnesium gives up two electrons to oxygen atoms to form this powdery product. This is an exothermic reaction. An exothermic reaction is a term that describes a chemical reaction in which there is a net release of energy.