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Why should magnesium ribbon be rubbed in sandpaper before burning?

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Answered by kanikaadvocate2018
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To remove the coating of magnesium oxide which was form due to action of oxygen present in atmosphere.

Answered by Anonymous
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♤ When Magnesium ribbon is exposed in the atmosphere it form a layer of magnesium oxide on its surface.

♤ This layer of magnesium oxide is stable compound to prevent further reaction of magnesium with oxygen.

♤ Hence, it should be cleaned before burning in air to remove this layer so that the metal can be exposed to air properly.

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