Science, asked by k8010708, 1 year ago

Why are the elements sodium and potassium kept in kerosene​

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Answered by Hope2727
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Answer:

Because they react vigorously with oxygen and moisture .

Also they are very reactive.

Answered by sujataraul79
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Answer:

This is because Sodium and potassium are very reactive metals. Thus they react with air to form their respective oxides and react with water to liberate hydrogen gas. Hence they are stored in kerosene.

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