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What happens when Copper is heated in air?

AIt burns with a flame
BIt forms a black layer of CuO
CIt turns into Cu2O
DNo reaction occurs

✓ Correct Answer: BIt forms a black layer of CuO

Copper does not burn but forms a black coating of Copper(II) Oxide when heated strongly in air.

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