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The question isn't very specific (preferred for what?!), but sodium metal is less reactive than potassium. It is also slightly more abundant than potassium on Earth.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 12y agoi think it is because sodium is produced more economically.
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Sodium is preferred over potassium in industrial applications because why?
$$$$$$ Sodium is cheaper!!!!$$$$$$ They both work great for the same purposes and are very often interchangeable. (But potassium hydroxide makes much softer and, to me, more pleasant feeling soap than sodium hydroxide)
Sodium is prefered over potassium in industrial applications because?
Sodium is produced more economically and thus is much lower cost than potassium. Sodium is also slightly easier to handle. Both are used extensively in industry but sodium metal is less reactive than potassium metal.
What minerals do's the Nebraskan's use?
Nebraskans use a variety of minerals including sodium, potassium, and calcium. They are used directly by the body and in many industrial applications like chemical plants.
Why do people depend on potassium hydroxide?
Potassium hydroxide can be used as a substitute for sodium hydroxide in a number of applications. It can be used in the manufacture of soap and biodiesel, as an electrolyte in batteries, and as a precursor to other potassium compounds.
How do you use sodium chloride in your life?
At home sodium chloride is the essential condiment and preservative for foods. NaCl has also many industrial applications.
Process by which ATP is used to move sodium ions out of the cell and potassium ions back into the cell?
Sodium-Potassium pump uses ATP (energy) to pump sodium out of cells and potassium back in.
What is potassium metabisulfate?
Potassium metabisulfite, K2S2O5, also known as potassium pyrosulfite, is a white crystalline powder with a pungent sulfur odour. The main use for the chemical is as an antioxidant or chemical sterilant. It is a disulfite and is chemically very similar to sodium metabisulfite, with which it is sometimes used interchangeably. Potassium metabisulfite is generally preferred out of the two as it does not contribute sodium to the diet.
What is the symbol for sodium potassium?
Sodium is Na Potassium is K
What is the atomic letter for sodium and potassium?
Sodium - Na Potassium - K
Which is more reactive sodium or lithium or potassium?
K; Potassium
What substances are transported by active transport?
Sodium Potassium
Is it preferable to pour concentrated sodium hydroxide over sulfuric acid spilled on the floor?
No. The reaction of sodium hydroxide with sulfuric is more exothermic. And hence it is preferred to pour a solution of sodium bicarbonate or potassium bicarbonate in the case of spills.
