Chapter 21, Problem 21.11QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The equations for the reaction of lithium and sodium metals with the given species has to be given.

Concept introduction:

Lithium:

• The chemical formula for the lithium is $\text{Li}$ and its atomic number is 3.
• Lithium metal is highly reactive and flammable.
• Lithium is highly reactive and explosive in the presence of air.
• Lithium undergoes reaction vigorously with water.

Sodium:

• The chemical formula for the sodium is $\text{Na}$ and its atomic number is 11.
• Sodium metal is highly reactive and flammable.
• Sodium is highly reactive and explosive in the presence of air.
• Sodium undergoes reaction vigorously with water.