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Why is sodium kept immersed in kerosene oil?

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asked Apr 25, 2017 in Chemistry by sforrest072 (157,439 points) ● 60 ● 410 ● 937

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Metals such as potassium and sodium react so vigorously that they catch fire if kept in the open. Hence, to protect them and to prevent accidental fires, they are kept immersed in kerosene oil.

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