Based on the reaction, identify the products.

Question

BeF2 + Mg → MgF2 +

What type of reaction does this represent?

synthesis
replacement
decomposition
combustion

Answer 1

The products of the reaction \( \text{BeF}_2 + \text{Mg} \) are \( \text{MgF}_2 + \text{Be} \).

The balanced reaction is: \[ \text{BeF}_2 + \text{Mg} \rightarrow \text{MgF}_2 + \text{Be} \]

This represents a replacement reaction, specifically a single replacement reaction, where magnesium replaces beryllium in the beryllium fluoride compound.

So, the correct answers are:

• The products: \( \text{MgF}_2 + \text{Be} \)
• Type of reaction: replacement.