Question

Why is Potassium not used in school laboratory

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

Potassium and cold water are not used to prepare hydrogen in laboratory because: 1. Potassium is highly reactive metal and it reacts violently with cold water. 2.

Answer 2

Because it is harmful for school environment.

Potassium Metal Is Explosive— Do Not Use It! The reaction of sodium with water is a spectacular and essential classroom demonstration. Many teachers want to show also the more violent reaction of potassium. We propose not to do so because explosions can happen even before the metal is in contact with water.

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