Burning Magnesium in the presence of atmospheric oxygen
Magnesium is a shiny piece of metal that is opaque, solid at room temperature, is malleable / bendable with a metallic luster - as shown below.
Chemically, it will react with oxygen found in the atmosphere, but it lacks the heat necessary to get it to react.
Chemically, it will react with oxygen found in the atmosphere, but it lacks the heat necessary to get it to react.
As it reacts, you will see a large amount of light (much of it is in the UV range). Simultaneously, large amounts of heat, averaging 1,400 degrees Celsius and smoke are also present.
In the end, a brittle, white powdery substance is formed. This white substance is Magnesium Oxide (MgO).
(See video below).
From this information, you should be able to answer the remaining questions. If you are struggling with the answers, may I suggest you look at your notes from the previous lessons.
In the end, a brittle, white powdery substance is formed. This white substance is Magnesium Oxide (MgO).
(See video below).
From this information, you should be able to answer the remaining questions. If you are struggling with the answers, may I suggest you look at your notes from the previous lessons.