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Combination and decomposition reactions

Problem

Iron Man wears silver coloured shoes made of pure magnesium (Mg) for a special mission. In a fight, he burns his shoes, which turn white from silver.
He realizes that the magnesium in his shoes has undergone a combination reaction.
What is the product obtained during this combination reaction?
Note: Air is composed of many gases. Let's choose the right reactants and select the correct balanced equation.
Choose 1 answer: