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= = SODIUM

Atomic number-11

Atomic symbol-Na

Boiling point-883 degrees

Melting point-97.8 degrees

HISTORY

-sodium came from the word soda,sodium was first isolated by Humphrey davy in 1807 by electrolysis of the caustic soda.

PROPERTIES

-sodium is never free in nature sodium is a soft and bright metal which floats in water

-this metal is used to improve the structure of certain alloys (alloys are a type of mix)

-sodium compounds are used in paper and glass soap and textile

-sodium should always be handled with great care!

-sodium is a total of 22.987568 pounds

-sodium is a solid at room temperature

INTERESTING FACTS ON SODIUM

-sodium costs $0.25 per 100g

-it has 11protons and electrons and 12 neutrons

-a British scientist names Humphrey Dave discovered sodium in 1807, sodium was found when electrolysis and dry molten was put together

-LOCATION ON PERIODIC TABLE

-sodium is located on the very first row and the 3rd down from the table

UNUSUAL FACTS

-sodium is an abundant element used for human nutrition

-sodium is found in cheese and a lot of canned foods

-Sodium is a thick silver square that cuts like butter

-THE BOHR MODEL OF SODIUM SITES USED

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