Question

Sodium and potassium are stored in kerosene.give reason​

Answer 1

Answer:

Sodium is a highly reactive metal and reacts vigorously with the oxygen, carbon dioxide and moisture present in the air such that it may even cause a fire. To prevent this explosive reaction, Sodium is kept immersed in kerosene because Sodium doesn't react with kerosene.

Answer 2

Answer:

sodium and potassium are highly reactive elements. they burn in presence of oxygen as it is a supporter of combustion. so they can't be left open. that is why they are stored in kerosene