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Why is oil more preferable in storing sodium?

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Sodium is not typically used in oil. However, sodium can react with oil to form soaps, which act as emulsifiers. This can be useful in certain industrial processes, such as in the production of detergents or in oil drilling to help with the removal of solids, but it is not a common practice to use sodium in oil for everyday cooking or food purposes.


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They are so reactive they even react with the moisture in the air. Storing under oil prevents this.