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Magnesium is a metal element. It has free electrons. So it is a good conductor.

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

Burning a strip of magnesium ribbon is a chemical change because the magnesium reacts with oxygen in the air to form magnesium oxide. This reaction results in the formation of new substances with different properties than the original magnesium ribbon.


Is Magnesium Chloride a good conductor?

Magnesium chloride is not a good conductor of electricity in its solid form. However, when dissolved in water, it can conduct electricity because it dissociates into ions, which are able to carry electric charge.


Why should you not look at magnesium ribbon when it burns?

Looking at burning magnesium ribbon can cause damage to the eyes due to the intense UV light it emits. This can result in temporary or permanent vision impairment. It is important to wear proper eye protection when observing the burning of magnesium ribbon to avoid eye injury.


What is the balanced reaction when you place a small strip of magnesium ribbon into a flame?

The balanced reaction when magnesium ribbon reacts with oxygen in a flame is: 2 Mg(s) + O2(g) -> 2 MgO(s)


What would you see if a piece of magnesium ribbon reacts with dilute hydrocholric acid?

When a piece of magnesium ribbon reacts with dilute hydrochloric acid, you would observe effervescence (bubbling) as hydrogen gas is released. The magnesium ribbon would dissolve in the acid, producing magnesium chloride solution. The solution may also become warm due to the exothermic nature of the reaction.