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When you burn magnesium, you are taking two elements, magnesium and oxygen, and combining them to form a compound, magnesium oxide. That is synthesis.

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Q: Why is the burning of magnesium ribbon a synthesis reaction?
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What is the type of reaction for Mg ribbon burning in fire?

Magnesium is converted into Magnesium oxide. 2Mg + O2 -----> 2MgO


What does magnesium ribbon leave after burning?

MgO, Magnesium oxide.


Is burning a strip of magnesium ribbon a chemical or physical change?

This is a chemical change. The reaction is: Mg + O ---> MgO


What is the word equation for burning magnesium ribbon?

magnesium + oxygen gas ----D magnesium oxide


What changes considered as oxidation reduction reaction burning of magnesium ribbon or electrolysis of water?

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What product is formed on burning magnesium ribbon?

The product of the magnesium burning is magnesium oxide (MgO).


Is burning magnesium an oxidation-reduction reaction?

You cannot 'burn' MgO, it is refactory. I take it you mean burning Magnesium metal in oxygen - if so the answer is that the magnesium is oxidised to MgO and the oxygen is reduced - all reduction/oxidation ('redox') reactions are coupled - if something is oxidised the other is reduced.


What causes magnesium ribbon to become ash?

Burning (oxydation) and transformation in magnesium oxide.


Had magnesium Ribbon and oxygen undergone a change in properties after burning?

Yes


Why should we not see a magnesium ribbon burn?

Burning magnesium emits ultraviolet light, which can damage your eyes.


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Why does magnesium ribbon increase the temperature of hydrochloric acid?

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