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Because it will react EXPLOSIVELY with the oxygen in the water.
In the lab. sodium metal is kept under oil , that is to keep it away from oxygen.
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Why should you not throw small pieces of sodium into a sink in the laboratory?
Sodium is a very reactive metal. Hence it reacts with water to form hydrogen gas and a large amount of heat. This makes hydrogen gas to catch fire. And hence explosion could result. Thus to prevent explosion, sodium pieces should not be thrown in sink and sodium is stored under kerosene to prevent its reaction.
Why should you not mix sodium and acid in the lab?
Mixing sodium with acid can result in a vigorous chemical reaction, releasing hydrogen gas that can ignite or explode. This reaction can be hazardous due to the release of heat and caustic substances. It is important to follow proper safety protocols and handle these chemicals with care to avoid accidents.
What should you do if something gets in your eyes during a lab?
Immediately flush your eyes with water for at least 15 minutes using an eyewash station or sink. Do not rub your eyes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists or if the substance is hazardous.
When cleaning the lab area it is best to pour all liquids in the sink?
No, it is not recommended to pour all liquids down the sink when cleaning the lab area. Certain chemicals can be hazardous to the environment or plumbing system. Always refer to the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) or follow proper disposal procedures recommended by your organization.
How is nitric acid prepared in the lab.?
Nitric acid can be prepared in the lab by the reaction of sodium nitrate with sulfuric acid. This reaction produces nitric acid, water, and sodium sulfate. The nitric acid can then be purified through distillation.
Why should you not throw small pieces of sodium into a sink in the laboratory?
Sodium is a very reactive metal. Hence it reacts with water to form hydrogen gas and a large amount of heat. This makes hydrogen gas to catch fire. And hence explosion could result. Thus to prevent explosion, sodium pieces should not be thrown in sink and sodium is stored under kerosene to prevent its reaction.
What are things that should not be thrown in sink in the lab?
Chemicals:)
Is the sodium made in a lab?
No sodium is not made in a lab
What would you not do to an object in a lab?
There are many thing you should not do with an object in a lab (depending on what the object is), for example you should not... eat it, steal it, throw it at a wall, throw it at another person, stick it in your eye or a hundred and one other things.
Why should you not mix sodium and acid in the lab?
Mixing sodium with acid can result in a vigorous chemical reaction, releasing hydrogen gas that can ignite or explode. This reaction can be hazardous due to the release of heat and caustic substances. It is important to follow proper safety protocols and handle these chemicals with care to avoid accidents.
What alkali's would be found in a chemistry lab?
It depends on the lab, but sodium bicarbonate, borax, sodium carbonate and sodium hydroxide (or their potassium equivalents) are popular alkalis with many uses.
What are the release dates for Lab Rats - 2012 Sink or Swim 3-1?
Lab Rats - 2012 Sink or Swim 3-1 was released on: USA: 17 February 2014
What is nitrate use for?
What is uses of sodium nitrate in a lab
What happens to stool after lab test?
it can be throw in general waste.
What is the use for sodium?
Sodium is a soft metal and can be cut with knife. Sodium metal is used in chemistry lab, sometimes in fireworks. Sodium when exposed to water, reacts vigorously.
When cleaning the lab area it is best to pour all liquids in the sink.?
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How water flooding in lab?
Burst water pipe, leaking roof, sprinklers spraying, overflowing sink, there are several possibilities as to why the lab is flooded? This question needs more details.
