Chemistry · Oct / Nov 2018 · Paper 12 · Question 1

When heated, magnesium reacts with oxygen in the air to form magnesium oxide, a white powder. A student investigates the change in mass that occurs during this reaction. He is given a balance and the three sets of apparatus shown. Which sets of apparatus are suitable for this investigation?

1. A1, 2 and 3
2. B1 and 3 only
3. C2 and 3 only
4. D2 only

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