Which of the following correctly represents the reaction between magnesium ribbon and oxygen gas to produce magnesium oxide?

M g

O

→

M g O

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Let’s understand why Mg + O → MgO is incorrect.

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Mg +

O_{2}

→

{M g O}_{2}

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M g

O_{2}

→

M g O

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The correct option is B Let’s understand why Mg + O → MgO is incorrect.

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