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A classic chemistry class demonstration is the burning of magnesium ribbon with a bunsen burner. In this demonstration, two chemical reactions are occurring. Of the two reactions, what is the only limiting reactant?.

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Answer: Magnesium ribbon!

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The only limiting reactant is the magnesium ribbon, as it is the only reactant that is consumed in the reaction. The other reactant, the oxygen in the air, is not consumed in the reaction.

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