Question

sodium metal is kept immersed in kerosene oil. why?​

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

Explanation:

Sodium is a highly reactive element. It reacts with oxygen when it comes in contact with air and burns . To prevent this it is kept immersed in kerosene.

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