Question

why should a magnesium ribbon be cleaned before burning in air?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

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Magnesium ribbon should be cleaned before burning in the air so as to remove the layer of magnesium oxide formed due to reaction between magnesium and air.

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Answer 2

Magnesium ribbon must be cleaned before burning in air as it acquires a coating of magnesium oxide by reacting with oxygen.

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