In the reaction MY²⁻ + Mg → MgY²⁻ + M, what type of reaction is this and how is Mg obtained?

University of Ilorin CHM107 2026 past question

  1. Decomposition, by the Pidgeon process
  2. Displacement, by treating Mg²⁺ ions with zinc
  3. Double decomposition, by heating metal oxides
  4. Displacement, by electrolysis of molten magnesium chloride

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