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The burning of magnesium ribbon is an irreversible change.


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Solution

The correct option is A True

The burning of magnesium ribbon in the air is a chemical change because:

  • It is an irreversible alteration, as the ribbon cannot be unburned after it has been burned.
  • MgO is generated as a new product with novel characteristics.
  • The composition of magnesium changes.

Therefore, the given statement is true.


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