sodium and potassium are stored in kerosene
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Answer:
They are highly reactive
Explanation:
Sodium(N) and potassium(K) are highly reactive with oxygen (O2) , carbon dioxide (CO2) that it may even cause fire . They react to form their hydroxides . They do not react with kerosene .
So In order to avoid the burning sodium and potassium are stored in kerosene
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Sodium and potassium are stored in kerosene because they are highly activate element they can easily catch fire even when in contact with air.
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