why metal like potassium nd sodium react violently with cold water
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Metals like sodium and potassium react violently with cold water. These reactions are exothermic. The reaction is so violent and exothermic that the hydrogen which is evolved immediately catches fire.
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It causes an explosion because the metal dissolves, generating an extreme amount of heat and transferring electrons to the water. The dissolution step also generates steam and forms hydroxide ions and hydrogen, which can be ignited, making the process even more energetic.
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