Is sodium combustible

Answer 1

Sodium itself is NOT flammable but it reacts explosively when it comes in contact with water, releasing an enormous amount of heat. The sodium-water reaction also produces hydrogen gas which is ignited by the heat of the reaction.

Answer 2

Yes, when sodium is burned it turns the flame a bright yellow-orange colour, much brighter than the usual colour of a flame. This means that if an unknown compound is burned, it can be determined whether or not it contains sodium by the colour of the flame. The "flame test" is an effective means of determining the components of an unknown compound.

Answer 3

Sodium, by itself, is not explosive, but under certain conditions, explosions can occur.

Related Information:

Sodium can cause explosions if it is mishandled. There are videos available showing what can happen when pure sodium is placed in water. It's clear from these, that sodium can be used to cause explosions and that it can cause fires. You also don't want those glowing chunks of sodium to get on you either.

Some videos show what not to do too. These videos show extremely dangerous procedures and handling techniques, and obvious lack of thoughtful preparation, especially in regards to safety. Sodium metal can damage skin and eyes.

It should be treated as a dangerous chemical.

Answer 4

Sodium is so flammable that it will blow it's load all over your insides.muffin

Answer 5

its your mom

Answer 6

yes it is

Answer 7

yes yes

Answer 8

yes it can.

Answer 9

no