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The reaction between magnesium (Mg) and oxygen (O2) forms magnesium oxide (MgO).

a. Write a balanced chemical equation to represent this reaction.
b. Identify the type of reaction this represents.

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Answer:

2 Mg + O2 = 2MgO

Type: Synthesis

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