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<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Why are sodium and potassium stored in kerosene?

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<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Sodium and potassium are highly reactive metals. They react explosively with water and air. Hence, sodium and potassium are kept in kerosene to prevent them from coming in contact with air and moisture.

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