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Because metallic sodium reacts quickly and violently with water.

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Q: Why is an aqueous solution of sodium chloride not used to separate sodium from sodium chloride?
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Is sodium chloride solution aqueous or non aqeous?

Sodium chloride may form aqueous solutions.


What is aqueous sodium salt?

This is a solution of sodium chloride in water.


In an aqueous solution of sodium chloride the solvent is?

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Does sodium chloride have ions?

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Is salt plus vinegar is an example of aqueous solution?

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Are there forms in which sodium chloride conducts electricity?

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Does sodium chloride conduct electricity in solution?

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An aqueous solution of sodium chloride is best classified as a what?

homogeneous mixture