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Old 05-29-2010, 05:23 PM
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Scrape a small sliver off it somewhere inconspicuous and take a torch to it. If it's aluminum it will simply melt...magnesium will ignite with a bright white flame.

Some people say you can also put a drop of vinegar on it...it bubbles with magnesium, nothing with aluminum.
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