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Which is the correct equation for the reaction of magnesium with hydrochloric acid to produce hydrogen gas and magnesium chloride?

O Mg + 2HCl -> 2H + MgCl2
O Mg + 2HCl -> H2 + MgCl2
O2Mg + 6HCl -> 3H2 + 2MgCl2
O Mg + HCl -> H+MgCl

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Answer:

Mg(s) + 2 HCl(aq) --> MgCl 2(aq) + H 2(g)

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