Chapter 24, Problem 32QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason for the burning of a red-hot magnesium ribbon in ${\text{CO}}_{\text{2}}$ is to be discussed.

Concept introduction:

A scientific term that is used for burning is combustion.

The substance that oxidizes other substances and itself gets reduced is termed as the reducing agent.

Redox reactions are chemical reactions where elements are oxidized and reduced. The reaction in which oxidation and reduction reaction occurs simultaneously is called redox reaction.

The redox reaction consists of two parts:

Oxidation: When an element loses electrons it is oxidized. The reaction is called oxidation reaction.

Reduction: When an element gains electron it is reduced. The reaction is called reduction reaction.