Magnesium Ribbon 25gm
Product Code : SCL-CLE-11895
Quick Answer: The Magnesium Ribbon 25gm is a 25 g continuous coil of magnesium ribbon, about 3 mm wide and 0.2 mm thick, that burns with an intense white light in combustion and oxidation demonstrations.
Last updated: 18 October 2026
Key Features
- 25 g of ribbon per roll, coiled on a protective spool.
- Magnesium of 99.5% + purity.
- About 3 mm wide and 0.2 mm thick.
- Burns with an intense white light.
- Clean metallic lustre.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | Magnesium, 99.5% + purity |
| Weight | 25 g per roll |
| Width | About 3 mm |
| Thickness | About 0.2 mm |
| Format | Continuous ribbon on a spool |
How It Is Used
A short length is cut, held with crucible tongs or forceps and lit in a flame to show combustion and the formation of magnesium oxide, or weighed before and after burning in stoichiometry work. Magnesium fires cannot be put out with water, and the burning ribbon gives off intense UV, so it should not be watched without UV-rated eye protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
How should Magnesium Ribbon 25gm be stored?
In a cool, dry place. In humid air magnesium gradually forms a grey oxide or carbonate layer.
Can burning Magnesium Ribbon 25gm be put out with water?
No. Magnesium fires cannot be extinguished with water. Let residues cool before disposal and treat any unreacted metal as a flammable solid.
Related Chemistry Lab Equipment
See the full chemistry lab equipment range, or these related combustion demonstration items:
- Crucible Tongs
- Crucible Tong Stainless Steel
- Combustion Spoon, Nuffield
- Bunsen Burner Economy
- Flame Test Of Chemicals Lab Investigation
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