Magnesium (Strip)
Product Code : JL-GLE-11033
Magnesium (Strip), SKU JL-GLE-11033, is a magnesium ribbon 4 mm wide and 0.2 mm thick in a 5 m length, supplied by JaincoLab. Short pieces cut from the strip are burned in air to show the bright white flame and the white magnesium oxide that forms, and are dropped into dilute acid for rate-of-reaction and hydrogen experiments.
Specifications
Values stated in the listing:
| Product | Magnesium (Strip) |
| SKU | JL-GLE-11033 |
| Cat. No. | JSS-226/152 |
| Substance | Magnesium |
| Width | 4 mm |
| Thickness | 0.2 mm |
| Length | 5 m |
| Melting point (as listed) | 648 °C |
| Boiling range (as listed) | 1090 °C |
| Heat of fusion (as listed) | 8.48 kJ/mol |
Uses of magnesium strip
- Burning in air to form magnesium oxide
- Reacting with dilute acids to measure rates and collect hydrogen
Scope of supply and ordering
The strip is supplied in 5 m lengths; the number of lengths is confirmed on the quotation. Handling, use and disposal must follow the regulations that apply to this material in the destination country.
Frequently asked questions
What are the strip dimensions?
4 mm wide, 0.2 mm thick and 5 m long.
What is it mainly used for?
Burning in air and reactions with dilute acids in school chemistry.
Related products
- Magnesium shavings or powder, 100 g
- Magnesium oxide, 200 g
- Hydrochloric acid 36%, 2 litre
- Watch glass, 45, 60 and 70 mm
Metals and reagents are in the JaincoLab general lab equipment range.
Request a quote
Ask for the price of magnesium strip (JL-GLE-11033) via the contact page. Tender and project enquiries can be sent through the tenders page.
