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The s-block Elements — Chemistry STD 11 Science — Question

Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 ScienceChemistryThe s-block Elements1 Mark
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Sodium fire in the laboratory should not be extinguished by pouring water. Why?
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Answer

This is because sodium produces hydrogen gas with water which catches fire because of the exothermic nature of the reaction.

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