Chemistryeasy · Past Paper
Which of the following metals is stored in kerosene?
ASodium
BIron
CCopper
DSilver
✓ Correct Answer: A — Sodium
Sodium is highly reactive and reacts vigorously with oxygen and moisture in the air, so it is kept submerged in kerosene.
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