Due to the high reactivity of sodium, it is usually stored under?

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A. water
B. mercury
C. paraffin
D. phenol

Correct Answer:

Option C – paraffin

Explanation

Na is kept under kerosene (paraffin) to avoid reactivity with air.
Paraffin is also known as Kerosene.
Na(sodium) is kept in kerosene to prevent it from coming in contact with oxygen and moisture. If this happens, it will react with the moisture present in air and form sodium hydroxide.

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