Magnesium Will React with Carbon Dioxide to Form Magnesium Oxide

question 7

Multiple Choice

Magnesium will react with carbon dioxide to form magnesium oxide and carbon.
2 Mg(s) + CO₂(g) → 2MgO(s) + C(s)
20) 0 grams of magnesium react completely with excess carbon dioxide. How many grams of solid product should be formed?

• A) 20.0 grams
• B) 27.5 grams
• C) 30.0 grams
• D) 38.1 grams
• E) 40.0 grams

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