3.2.1 - What happens when Metals are burnt in Air?
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What do metals form when they react with oxygen?
💡 Hint: Think about what the metal becomes after burning.
Which metal is known to burn with a bright white flame?
💡 Hint: Recall the example of a bright flame discussed earlier.
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What compound is formed when magnesium reacts with oxygen?
💡 Hint: Recall the specific metal and its oxide.
True or False: Gold reacts with oxygen at high temperatures.
💡 Hint: Consider gold's nature as a noble metal.
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Given the following metals: sodium, magnesium, and copper, predict their order of reactivity when exposed to air and justify your reasoning.
💡 Hint: Think about the vigor of reaction and observed flames.
Write balanced equations for the reactions of magnesium and aluminum with oxygen. Then explain the properties of the products you formed.
💡 Hint: Focus on balancing the equations and identifying basic traits.
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