Question

why is sodium kept immessed in kesosene oil​

Answer 1

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 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.

• To prevent this explosive reaction, Sodium is kept immersed in kerosene because Sodium doesn't react with kerosene.