Question

Explain Metals Reaction with Oxygen (Burnt in Air)​

Answer 1

Answer:-

Metal + Oxygen → Metal oxide (basic)

● Na and K are kept immersed in kerosene oil as they react vigorously with air and catch fire.

4K(s)+O2(g)→2K2O(s) (vigorous reaction)

● Mg, Al, Zn, Pb react slowly with air and form a protective layer that prevents corrosion.

2Mg(s)+O2(g)→2MgO(s) (Mg burns with a white dazzling light)

4Al(s)+3O2(g)→2Al2O3(s)

● Silver, platinum, and gold don’t burn or react with air.

Answer 2

Answer:

metals mostly unlike to be burnt ... but it can be stated that metals react to form metallic oxides

Explanation:

for example

Mg + O2 = MgO