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Which substance is formed when aluminium reacts with oxygen?


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Al2O3

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AlO

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Al2O

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AlO3

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Solution

The correct option is A

Al2O3


Aluminium reacts with oxygen present in the air to form aluminium oxide. The reaction involved is:

4Al(s) + 3O2(g) 2Al2O3(s)

Aluminium oxide is a protective layer formed on the aluminium body which prevents further oxidation of aluminium.


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