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Yes, that is true. Sodium with chemical symbol Na belongs to the group 1 on the periodic table. Group 1 elements are known as Alkali metals. Other elements in the group are Caesium, lithium, Rubidium, francium and potassium.
Neon belongs to the noble gas of group 8/0.
Sodium is very reactive and and good conductor of electricity. Sodium reacts with water for the production of hydrogen (NB: this reaction is vigorous).
2Na(s) + 2H2O ------------> 2NaOH + H2(g).
They can react with nonmetals such as the halogens. For instance;
Na + Cl2 -------------------------------> 2NaCl.
Sodium is ductile and have low melting point( but high compared to neon).
Neon is not active chemically and it has no odour and no color