Question

A Mg ribbon is burnt in oxygen to give a white compound X accompanied by emission of light . If the burning ribbon is now placed in an atmosphere of nitrogen , it continues and forms a compond Y. Find X& YWith reaction involved

Answer 1

While burning in oxygen, magnesium gives magnesium oxide(MgO)
2Mg+O2→2MgO
Similarly, when magnesium is burnt in nitrogen, it forms magnesium nitride (Mg3N2)
3Mg+N2→Mg3N2

Answer 2

Answer:

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Explanation:

a) 2Mg + O₂ ---> 2MgO

Compound X ==> MgO [ Magnesium Oxide ]

Compound Y ==> Mg₃N₂ [ Magnesium Nitride ]

if "X" , that is , Magnesium Oxide is dissolved in water , the product is Magnesium Hydroxide

b) MgO + H₂O ---> Mg(OH)₂