Which of the following product is formed due to burning of a magnesium ribbon with a spirit lamp?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Magnesium oxide.

When a magnesium ribbon is burned with a spirit lamp, it reacts with the oxygen in the air to form magnesium oxide (MgO). This is a white, powdery substance.

Information Booster:

• Reaction: The chemical reaction that takes place is:
  2Mg + O₂ → 2MgO.
  Magnesium (Mg) reacts with oxygen (O₂) in the air to form magnesium oxide.

• Properties of Magnesium Oxide:

  • It is a white powder and has high melting point.
  • It is basic in nature and reacts with acids to form magnesium salts.

• Uses of Magnesium Oxide:

  • Used in the production of refractory materials (materials that can withstand high temperatures).
  • It is also used as an antacid for treating acidity in the stomach.