Question

3. Sodium metal is stored under __​

Answer 1

Answer:

kerosene oil

Explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer:

Mineral Oil

Explanation:

Sodium must be stored in a closed container under kerosene, toluene, or mineral oil. Contact with water should be avoided because sodium reacts violently with water to form hydrogen (H2) with evolution of sufficient heat to cause ignition. Store away from water and moisture.

Is sodium metal stored under water?

Sodium can not be stored in water because Reaction of sodium and water is highly exothermic. During this reaction hydrogen gas is produces which catches fire due to heat released during reaction. Sodum is a very-very reactive metal.