Burning magnesium ribbon in the air to form magnesium oxide is an example of _______ (combination/decomposition) reaction.

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Burning magnesium ribbon in the air to form magnesium oxide is an example of a combination reaction.
When the magnesium metal burns, it reacts with oxygen present in the air to form magnesium oxide. Oxygen and magnesium combine in a chemical reaction to form this compound.
After it burns, it forms a white powder of magnesium oxide.

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