Chemistry, asked by surya597511, 3 months ago

sodium and potassium are stored in kerosene why ? ​

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Answered by rajyadav2659
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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.

Answered by Anonymous
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Answer:

Because sodium and potassium are the top most reactive metals. They can catch fire or may even explode if they are stored in water.

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So, to prevent fire and explosion these metals are stored in kerosene.

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