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What happen when magnesium is burnt in air ?

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When magnesium burns in air, magnesium oxide (MgO) and magnesium nitride `(Mg_3N_2)` are obtained as products.
`2Mg(s) + O_2(g) overset(Delta) to 2MgO(s)`
`3Mg(s) + N_2(g) overset(Delta)to 2Mg_3N_2 (s)`
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