Which of the following metals burn with a white dazzling light, with oxygen?
A
Sodium
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B
Potassium
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C
Magnesium
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D
Aluminium
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Solution
The correct option is CMagnesium When combustion of magnesium occurs, it reacts with the oxygen to form MgO. Since the energy released during the formation of MgO is very high, it emits a white dazzling light.