Question

What happens when magnesium ribbon is burnt in air with the equation.

Answer 1

Answer:

When magnesium ribbon is burnt only one product is formed that is magnesium oxide is formed

Explanation:

Reaction is:. 2MgO+O2--------2MgO2

Answer 2

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Magnesium ribbon reacts with oxygen present in the air to form a protective and inert layer of magnesium on its surface. This layer is unreactive and prevents the ribbon from burning. As such, it needs to be cleaned with sand paper before burning in air. Hence it needs to be cleaned with sand paper before burning in air.

Equation:-

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

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