Question

What is the product(s) in the reaction below? 2Na(s) + 2H2O(l) 2NaOH(aq) + H2(g)

Answer 1

Answer: 2NaOH(aq) and H2(g)

Explanation:

The balanced equation below shows the production of an alkali (NaOH) with the liberation of hydrogen gas (H2)

2Na(s) + 2H2O(l) --> 2NaOH(aq) + H2(g)

The reactants are as follows:

- Sodium metal 2Na(s)

- liquid water 2H2O(l)

The products are as follows:

- Sodium hydroxide 2NaOH(aq)

- Hydrogen gas H2(g)