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Question (1)
QN00961
Which metal is stored in kerosene because it reacts vigorously with air and water?
  • (A) Iron
  • (B) Copper
  • (C) Sodium
  • (D) Aluminium

Correct Answer: C
Explanation:

Sodium is highly reactive and is stored in kerosene.

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Question (2)
QN00962
Sodium is classified as a highly:
  • (A) Unreactive metal
  • (B) Reactive metal
  • (C) Brittle non-metal
  • (D) Neutral substance

Correct Answer: B
Explanation:

Sodium reacts vigorously with air and water.

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Question (3)
QN00963
What is the main purpose of storing sodium under kerosene?
  • (A) To increase its shine
  • (B) To prevent contact with air and moisture
  • (C) To cool the metal
  • (D) To reduce its weight

Correct Answer: B
Explanation:

Kerosene prevents sodium from reacting with air and water.

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Question (4)
QN00964
Sodium reacts vigorously with water to produce:
  • (A) Oxygen gas only
  • (B) Hydrogen gas and heat
  • (C) Nitrogen gas only
  • (D) Sulfur dioxide gas

Correct Answer: B
Explanation:

Sodium reacts with water releasing hydrogen gas and heat.

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Question (5)
QN00965
Which property of sodium makes it dangerous to keep in open air?
  • (A) It melts quickly in sunlight
  • (B) It reacts rapidly with oxygen and moisture
  • (C) It dissolves completely in water
  • (D) It becomes brittle in air

Correct Answer: B
Explanation:

Sodium reacts very quickly with air and moisture.

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Question (6)
QN00966
Which metal can catch fire when exposed to moist air?
  • (A) Copper
  • (B) Sodium
  • (C) Iron
  • (D) Zinc

Correct Answer: B
Explanation:

Sodium may catch fire due to its high reactivity.

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Question (7)
QN00967
The heat produced during the reaction of sodium with water is sufficient to:
  • (A) Freeze water
  • (B) Melt glass
  • (C) Ignite hydrogen gas
  • (D) Stop the reaction

Correct Answer: C
Explanation:

The heat produced ignites hydrogen gas.

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Question (8)
QN00968
Which statement best explains why sodium behaves differently from iron in air?
  • (A) Sodium is less reactive than iron
  • (B) Sodium reacts much faster with air and moisture
  • (C) Iron dissolves in air
  • (D) Iron is a non-metal

Correct Answer: B
Explanation:

Sodium is much more reactive than iron.

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Question (9)
QN00969
Which of the following substances behaves differently from most metals in water?
  • (A) Sodium
  • (B) Copper
  • (C) Aluminium
  • (D) Iron

Correct Answer: A
Explanation:

Sodium reacts vigorously with water.

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Question (10)
QN00970
Why should sodium not be touched directly with wet hands?
  • (A) It becomes soft
  • (B) It reacts with moisture on the skin
  • (C) It changes colour
  • (D) It dissolves instantly

Correct Answer: B
Explanation:

Moisture on the skin can react with sodium.

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