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what is the protective layer formed over magnesium ribbon when kept openly in air?magnesium oxide or basic magnesium carbonate?pls explain.
Asked by Debdulal | 11 Mar, 2018, 09:58: AM
answered-by-expert Expert Answer
Magnesium is a very reactive metal,so when usually exposed to air it reacts with oxygen and
a layer of magnesium oxide is deposited on it.
Magnesium oxide is quite stable, so prevents further reaction with oxygen.
 
2Mg + O2 → 2MgO
 
Answered by Varsha | 11 Mar, 2018, 01:24: PM
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