Question

why we write Na for sodium​

Answer 1

Explanation:

The symbol Na derives from the Latin natrium for "natron" (soda in English). Sodium was discovered in 1807 by the English chemist Humphry Davy from electrolysis of caustic soda (NaOH).

Since sodium can ignite on contact with water, it must be stored in a moisture free environment.

Answer 2

Answer:

The symbol Na derives from the Latin natrium for "natron" (soda in English). Sodium was discovered in 1807 by the English chemist Humphry Davy from electrolysis of caustic soda (NaOH). ... Since sodium can ignite on contact with water, it must be stored in a moisture free environment.

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