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How do you write a balanced equation for the combination of magnesium and oxygen to form Magnesium oxide, MgO?


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Magnesium oxideMgO:

  • Magnesium oxideMgO can be produced by the burning of Magnesium metal that reacts with Oxygen found in the air (Oxygen gas).

2Mg(s)Magnesium+O2(g)Oxygen2MgO(s)Magnesiumoxide.

  • Here, Magnesium has a charge of 2+, while oxygen has a charge of 2.
  • This is an example of a synthesis reaction.
  • Magnesium oxideMgO is used as a High-temperature dehydrating agent in the production of silicon steel sheets.

Therefore, the balanced equation for the combination of magnesium and oxygen to form Magnesium oxide MgO is 2Mg(s)Magnesium+O2(g)Oxygen2MgO(s)Magnesiumoxide


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