Question 3(c)(i)
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This question is about magnesium metal and its compounds.
A student uses this method to make a solution of magnesium chloride.
Step 1. measure of dilute hydrochloric acid into a beaker
Step 2 add magnesium powder a little at a time
Step 3 keep adding magnesium powder until it is in excess
Step 4 remove the excess magnesium powder by filtration
This is the equation for the reaction.
Give a reason why the student uses magnesium powder rather than magnesium ribbon.
