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why is sodium stored in kerosene , whereas phosphorus In water​

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Answered by Sanayasilawat
4

Explanation:

To prevent the contact of phosphorus with atmospheric oxygen,it is stored in water. Whereas,sodium is very reactive. It reacts vigorously with oxygen and water. ... Kerosene is composed of saturated hydrocarbons, with which sodium does not react.

Answered by Anonymous
3

Answer:

because sodium is reactive with air

phosphorus is also reactive with air

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