The Creation of Magnesium Oxide

On block day we started a lab. First we had to find the balanced equation for magnesium and oxygen reacting to form magnesium oxide. Using the stoichiometry format, we had to calculate the mass of magnesium needed to form 0.60 grams of magnesium oxide. It turned out to be 0.36 grams of magnesium. After cutting the needed amount, it was put into a crucible and put on a fire to burn. It took a long time and I was getting impatient.

This was the end result and my group got an percent error of 33% a little much...but it's ok! I'm just looking forward to the three day weekend! =)