why the reaction of sodium and potassium with water is so violent
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Potassium metal reacts very rapidly with water to form a colourless basic solution of potassium hydroxide (KOH) and hydrogen gas (H2). The reaction continues even when the solution becomes basic. ... The reaction is exothermic.
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the rxn of sodium or potassium with water is so much violent bcz they are very reactive element even at room temperature.hence, they react readily and violently with water.
* sometimes, water also catches fire due to their reaction with oxygen.
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