A) Alcohol
B) Kerosene oil
C) Water
D) Hydrochloric acid
Correct Answer: B
Solution :
Sodium metal is stored in Kerosene Oil as Sodium in its pure form is too reactive. Due to this, Sodium is always found in compound form. When it comes in contact with air, Oxidation takes place. The reaction of Sodium with water results in production of Sodium Hydroxide and heat. \[2Na+2{{H}_{2}}O\to 2\,NaOH+{{H}_{2}}+Heat\]
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