Question

why do magnesium burn easily than sodium , even after sodium being more reactive than magnesium ?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Magnesium is less active than sodium; calcium is less active than potassium; and so on. These metals become more active as we go down the column. Magnesium is more active than beryllium; calcium is more active than magnesium; and so on.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

Sodium and magnesium both elements are in the 3rd period. But in the outermost energy level sodium has one electron but magnesium has 2 electrons. Therefore,attraction between the nucleus and electrons in magnesium higher than that of sodium. Therefore,sodium is more reactive than magnesium.