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When Mg metal is treated with hot water, it starts floating on the surface of the water. The reason for its d…

When Mg metal is treated with hot water, it starts floating on the surface of the water. The reason for its different behaviour is :
  1. (a)Mg is a lighter element than water.
  2. (b)Mg reacts with water to produce gas which helps in floating.
  3. (c)Mg reacts with water to produce gas which helps in floating.
  4. (d)Mg reacts with water to form gas which helps in floating.

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