Question

when a metal X is treated with cold water it gives a basic salt Y with molecular formula XOH and liberates a gas that which easily catches fire identify X Y and Z and also write the reaction involved

Answer 1

X is sodium (Na).

It reacts with cold water to give NaOH (sodium hydroxide).

Na + H2O -------NaOH + H2

Y is NaOH (sodium hydroxide).

Z is H2 gas.

Answer 2

Answer:

yes right answer

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