Question

How do Sodium and Potassium react with HCl? Write reactions​

Answer 1

Answer:

Potassium and sodium are not used for reaction with dilute hydrochloric acid or dilute sulphuric acid in laboratory preparation of hydrogen.

Explanation:

Why??

Potassium and sodium are placed at the top of the reactivity series. They are highly reactive towards dilute sulphuric or hydrochloric acid. They react violently with dilute acids and cause explosions

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Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation: Na + HCl gives NaCl + H2

K + Hcl gives KCl + H2

BUT sodium and potassium are highly reactive elements