Sodium

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What is the official name for table salt?

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Sodium chloride

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True or False: Salt lakes are good sources for drinking water.

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False

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What is the atomic number for Sodium?

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11

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Salts are also used to make:

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soaps and detergents

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What kind of sodium is used to bake cakes, pancakes, and breads?

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baking soda

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What is Sodium?

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A chemical element with the symbol Na and atomic number 11.

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What is the state of Sodium at room temperature?

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Solid

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What is the main use of Sodium in the human body?

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To help maintain fluid balance and nerve function.

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What happens when Sodium reacts with water?

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It produces hydrogen gas and sodium hydroxide, and can be explosive.

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What is the role of Sodium in cooking?

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It enhances flavor and acts as a preservative.