The reaction of sodium metal with cold water is

Endothermic

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Exothermic

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Both a and b

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Neither a nor b

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Solution

The correct option is D Exothermic
Metals like sodium and potassium react violently with cold water. These reactions are exothermic. The reaction is so violent and exothermic that the hydrogen which is evolved immediately catches fire.

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