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Metals and Non-Metals — Science STD 10 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10ScienceMetals and Non-Metals1 Mark
MCQ
Which metal is stored in kerosene oil?
  • ✓
    Sodium
  • B
    Calcium
  • C
    Iron
  • D
    None of the above
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Answer

Correct option: A.
Sodium
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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