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When a magnesium ribbon is burned it combines with molecular oxygen forming magnesium oxide (MgO); the flame color is white.
A huge spark. Kind of like a firework-ish. You kind of have to see it.

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What does magnesium ribbon leave after burning?

When magnesium ribbon burns, it produces a bright white light and forms magnesium oxide as a white powder residue.


What element in ribbon form burns with a white light forming ions with a charge of 2?

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What will happen when magnesium ribbon is heated?

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Mg ribbon continuous to burn in presence of CO 2.why?

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Is magnesium metal and magnesium ribbon the same?

Yes. Magnesium ribbon is magnesium metal in the shape of a ribbon.


Is heat gven out or taken in from the surroundings when the magnesium ribbon burns in oxygen?

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What happens when magnesium burns in air and when it reacts with steam?

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What burns with a bright white light?

Magnesium burns bright white. It is often used in the production of fireworks. Magnesium is the most common metal that burns white, but titanium , aluminum , and beryllium can be mixed to form compounds that also form bright white light.


Is magnesium ribbon a compound?

No. Magnesium ribbon is nearly pure magnesium, which is an element.


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.


Color of magnesium ribbon?

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What happens when you scrape a magnesium ribbon strips?

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