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Why are alkali metals stored in kerosene?
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Why are alkali metals stored in kerosene?

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Because of their high reactivity, alkali metals must be stored under oil to prevent reaction with air. ... All the alkali metals react with water, with the heavier alkali metals reacting more vigorously than the lighter ones. Alkali MetalsLithium is stored in oil because of its high reactivity.
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Answer:

oxidation.

Step-by-step explanation:

alkali metals react violently to oxygen in the air, and kerosene prevents it.

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