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Why should a magnesium ribbon be cleaned before burning in air?

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Magnesium is a reactive metal. It combines with oxygen in air to form a layer of magnesium oxide on its surface. Hence, it should be cleaned with a sand paper before burning to remove the oxide layer formed on its surface.


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