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Which procedure is best to extinguish burning magnesium?

A

Add water to it

B

Blow nitrogen gas over it

C

Cover it with sand

D

Throw ice on it

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The correct Answer is:
C
Mg reacts with `H_(2)O,O_(2)` as well as `N_(2)`.
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