Question

A metal ribbon burns in air with bright white light and forms a white powder.

a) Which metal is this?

b) Give the equation of the reaction taking place.




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Answer 1

Answer:

a. Magnesium ribbon

Magnesium ribbon burns in air with bright white light and forms a white powder called magnesium oxide.

b. Equation

Mg + O2 ------> MgO

Balanced Equation

2Mg + O2 -------> 2MgO

Answer 2

Answer:

when a metal Ribbon burns in air with white dazzling flame and forms a white powder is magnesium oxide.

Explanation:

Detailed Solution

When Magnesium (Mg) ribbon is burnt in air, Magnesium Oxide (MgO) is formed. A bright white light is produced when the ribbon is burnt and powdery ash i.e. MgO is formed.