Question

A metal 'E' is stored under kerosene oil.
When a small piece of it is left open in the
air, it catches fire. When the product formed
is dissolved in water it turns red litmus blue.
(i) Name the metal E.
(ii) Write the chemical equation for the
reaction when it is exposed to air and
when the product is dissolved in
water.
(iii) Explain the process by which the metal
is obtained from its molten chloride.
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Answer 1

Answer:

sodium and potassium are placed in kerosene

as they are highly reactive

they catch fire in open