A solution of sodium metal in liquid ammonia is strong reducing agent due to the presence of

Sodium atoms

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Sodium Hydride

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Sodium amide

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Solvated electrons

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The correct option is D Solvated electrons
$N a + (x + y) N H_{3} \Rightarrow N a^{+} (N H_{3})_{x} + e^{-} (N H_{3})_{y}$

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