Question

why sodium and potassium are stored in kerosene​

Answer 1

Answer:

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.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

Sodium is a highly reactive metal and reacts it react vigorously with the oxygen, carbon dioxide and moisture present in the atmosphere, such that it may even be caught a fire.

To prevent this explosive reaction, Sodium is stored in kerosene oil.