Burning elements Flashcards

1
Q

What happens when burning Magnesium?

A

White flame, white powder (s) formed - magnesium oxide

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What happens when burning hydrogen?

A

Pale blue flame, (can say water vapour is formed but not observable)

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What happens when burning sulfur?

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Blue flame, (sulfur dioxide is formed but colorless so not observable)

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4
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What happens when you heat CuCO3 (copper 2 carbonate)

A

Green solid (initially), thermally decomposes, forms CuO (Black) and CO2

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