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11. A Student is experimenting about the possible product of reaction of a magnesium (Mg)
metal with hydrochloric acid (HCI). He dissolved metal with reaction produced a popping sound and a water droplet. What was the gas really made
of?
A. Chlorine
B. Hydrogen C. Magnesium D. Unknown mixture​


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Answer:

Whenever you hear popping sound, you can associate with hydrogen.

Reaction:

Magnesium + Hydrochloric acid => Magnesium chloride + Hydrogen

During this reaction, hydrogen gas is produced.

Option B is correct.

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The answer is B. Hydrogen.

  • Adding magnesium metal to hydrochloric acid produces hydrogen gas.  This experiment is an example of a REDOX reaction or also known as an oxidation-reduction reaction.

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