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Pure magnesium is highly flammable as a powder or ribbon, though in brick form it may be difficult to ignite. It is often used in fireworks, flares, and explosives because of the high levels of light and heat generated from burning magnesium. However magnesium allows are not flammable.

A magnesium flame is not very large, but the temperatures can reach well over 5,000 °F. A magnesium fire can be difficult to extinguish as it will burn through water and carbon dioxide. When ignited, is burns very bright, and also gives off UV light, it can cause vision damage if exposed for too long.

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