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Magnesium does not decompose in
Options
(a) steam
(b) hot water
(c) cold water
(d) semi-hot water
Correct Answer:
cold water
Explanation:
Magnesium has a very slight reaction with cold water. The reaction soon stops because the magnesium hydroxide formed is almost insoluble in water and forms a barrier on the magnesium preventing further reaction. Mg + 2H₂O → Mg(OH)₂ + H₂.
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Topics: S and Some P Block Elements
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Subject: Chemistry
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