Sodium Metal
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CAS No. | 7440-23-5 |
Molecular Formula | Na |
Molecular Weight | 22.99 g/mol |
Synonym | Sodium |
Uses | Sodium is used in the production of titanium, sodamide, sodium cyanide, sodium peroxide, and sodium hydride. Liquid sodium has been used as a coolant for nuclear reactors. It is uses in manufacturing of organic products. It is also used in improving the structure of alloys. It is also used in separating zirconium and potassium from their compounds. Sodium vapor is used in streetlights and produces a brilliant yellow light. |