Question

what type of reaction is this-magnesium ribbon in an atmosphere of nitrogen gas to form solid magnesium






nitrate

Answer 1

Correct Question — Magnesium ribbon is burnt in an atmosphere of nitrogen gas to form solid magnesium “nitride”.

Explaination — On doing the above reaction,

• 3Mg (s) + N₂ (g) → Mg₃N₂

This type of reaction is Combination Reaction.

Combination Reaction — A reaction in which two simple substance combine to form one substance.

“Here Mg and Nitrogen, which are simple elements combine to form Magnesium Nitride, compound”

Magnesium Nitride — At room temperature, this compound is greenish yellow in colour and is used a catalyst.