Select from the following a statement which is not true about burning of magnesium ribbon in air:
Select from the following a statement which is not true about burning of magnesium ribbon in air:
Options
Official answer
The burning of magnesium ribbon in air is an exothermic reaction, not an endothermic reaction.
Marking scheme
- 1.1 mark
Hint
Recall the definition of exothermic and endothermic reactions.
Quick oral answer
The burning of magnesium ribbon in air is an exothermic reaction, not an endothermic reaction.
Common mistakes
- 1.Confusing exothermic and endothermic reactions.
Analysis and explanation
The burning of magnesium ribbon in air is an exothermic reaction, not an endothermic reaction.
Interesting facts
Magnesium ribbon burns with a dazzling white flame.
Question details
Q3 of 39 questions
- Board
- CBSE
- Class
- Class 10
- Subject
- Science
- Year
- 2025
- Section
- Section A
- Marks
- 1
- Type
- MCQ
- Chapter
- Metals and Non-metals
- Topic
- Chemical Properties of Metals
- Bloom's level
- Remembering
- Syllabus topic
- Chemical Properties of Metals
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Frequently asked questions
How many marks does this question carry in CBSE Class 10 Science 2025?
This question carries 1 mark in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2025 examination.
Which chapter does this question come from in Science?
This question is from the chapter "Metals and Non-metals" in the CBSE Class 10 Science syllabus.
What topic does this question cover in Science?
This question covers the topic "Chemical Properties of Metals" from CBSE Class 10 Science.
What type of question is this in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2025 paper?
This is a MCQ question from Section A in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2025 paper.