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Metals Reaction with Oxygen (Burnt in Air)

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Which of the following metals burn with a white dazzling light, with oxygen?

A

Sodium

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Potassium

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C

Magnesium

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Aluminium

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Solution

The correct option is C Magnesium
When combustion of magnesium occurs, it reacts with the oxygen to form MgO. Since the energy released during the formation of MgO is very high, it emits a white dazzling light.

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