Chemistry
WAEC 2001
Which of the following substances increases in mass when heated in air?
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A.
Sodium chloride
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B.
lodine crystals
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C.
magnesium ribbon
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D.
copper (ll) oxide
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation
The mass of magnesium ribbon increases when heated in air because it combines with oxygen to form magnesium oxide, a white powder:
The chemical equation for this reaction is:
2Mg + O2 → 2MgO
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