Question

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

Answer 1

Magnesium ribbon must be cleaned before burning in air so that the layer of magnesium oxide (which is formed due to reaction of magnesium with air) can be removed in order to get the desired chemical reaction.

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Answer 2

Answer:

because when it comes in contact with air, it forms a layer of magnesium carbonate. that's why it is cleaned with sandpaper to remove the layer otherwise the reaction will not take properly

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