Chemistry, asked by Aisirikurs, 2 months ago

Magnesium metal burns in air with dazzling white flame. Mention the type of chemical reaction .
Why should it be cleaned with sand paper before burning?

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Answered by shlokshetty84

Answer:

it is a combination reaction

Answered by nikhilpp027

Answer:

The reaction of magnesium buring in air is a combination reaction.

Magnesium is a reactive metal. In exposure it reacts with oxygen to form a thin layer of magnesium oxide . This layer prevents the further reaction of magnesium in air. To expose this underlying metal, magnesium ribbon is cleaned with sandpaper before burning

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