1. When magnesium exposed to air , it forms a layer of magnesium oxide(MgO) on it , which prevents it for further reaction with oxygen. Hence, it should be cleaned before burning in air.

    When magnesium exposed to air , it forms a layer of magnesium oxide(MgO) on it , which prevents it for further reaction with oxygen. Hence, it should be cleaned before burning in air.

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