Identification:
X – Sodium (Na)
Y – Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH)
Z – Hydrogen gas
Reaction Involved: 2Na+2H2O → 2NaOH+H2
When a metal X is treated with cold water, it gives a basic salt Y with molecular formula XOH (Molecular mass = 40) and liberates a gas Z which easily catches fire. Identify X, Y and Z and also write the reaction involved.
When a metal X is treated with cold water, it gives a basic salt Y with molecular formula XOH (Molecular mass = 40) and liberates a gas Z which easily catches fire. Identify X, Y and Z and also write the reaction involved.