Answer: 
Explanation:
Given
Cross-sectional area of wire 
Extension of wire 
Extension in a wire is given by

where, 

for same force, length and material

Divide (i) and (ii)

Energy is released or absorbed ,but no loss in total molecules,each of which consists of one atom of oxygen and two of hydrogen,are broken down.!
Are you referring to the fact that water is a compound while hydrogen is an element? If I'm wrong just comment and clarify and I can edit it, I don't even know what kind of unit you're in. :)
Answer:
When magnesium reacts with oxygen, it produces light bright enough to blind you temporarily. Magnesium burns so bright because the reaction releases a lot of heat. As a result of this exothermic reaction, magnesium gives two electrons to oxygen, forming powdery magnesium oxide (MgO).