Question

Why is sodium stored in kerosene?

Answer 1

Answer:

Sodium is kept in kerosene because it is a highly reactive metal. If it is kept in an open container, it will react with oxygen and water vapor present in the atmosphere producing sodium oxides and sodium hydroxides respectively which is a highly exothermic reaction.

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Answer 2

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Sodium is kept in kerosene because it is a highly reactive metal. If it is kept in an open container, it will react with oxygen and water vapor present in the atmosphere producing sodium oxides and sodium hydroxides respectively which is a highly exothermic reaction.

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