Explain the burning of magnesium ribbon.

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Abhishek Mishra

2 years ago

Take a thin ribbon of magnesium. Gently clean the end of the ribbon with sand paper and bring its tip near a candle flame. It is observed that the ribbon burns with a bright white light. After combustion, white powdery ash is left, which is called magnesium oxide.

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