When heated magnesium ribbon is reacted with steam, a vigorous reaction takes place. Which of the following options correctly describes the observations and the products of this reaction?
A bright white flame is observed, forming a white solid of magnesium oxide and a flammable gas.
A bright white flame is observed, forming a white solid of magnesium hydroxide and a flammable gas.
Rapid effervescence is observed, forming a colourless solution of magnesium hydroxide and a gas that relights a glowing splint.
Slow effervescence is observed, forming a white precipitate of magnesium oxide and a gas that relights a glowing splint.
10 exam-style questions on AQA A Level Chemistry Group 2, the alkaline earth metals, covering Group 2, the alkaline earth metals. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.