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Explain, why is sodium less reactive than potassium ? |
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Answer» Solution :The standard electrode potential (`E^@`) of sodium (-2.714 V) is more (less negative) than that of potassium (-2.925 V). Moreover, the ionisation enthalpy of sodium `(496 kJ MOL^(-1)`)is more than that of potassium`(419 kJ mol^(-1))`. Hence, sodium is less reactive than potassium. |
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