Question

A metal 'x' burns in air and forms a white powder which when mixed in water forms y

identify x and y

write equation for it

mention it's nature and how do you test for it ​

Answer 1

Answer:

X=magnesium oxide,

Y=magnesium hydroxide

Explanation:

2mg+o2=2mgo

mgo+H2o= mg(Ho)2

when magnesium is burnt in air with oxygen to form magnesium oxide which is white powder

then when magnesium oxide mixed with water it forms magnesium hydroxide

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