Asked by kristi

an element 'x' react with water to form a solution which turns phenolphthalein indicator pink .The element 'x' is most likely


a) sulphur
b) sodium
c) carbon
d) silicon
Answered by Damon
sodium + H2O is a bit violent
I would bet on S because H2S is not only stinky but acid
Answered by DrBob222
S won't do it since it isn't soluble in water. (C and Si are not soluble either). The answer is sodium.
2Na + 2H2O ==> H2 + 2NaOH and NaOH is a strong base which will turn phenolphthalein pink.
Answered by Damon
Glad you came along DrBob !
Answered by Gargi
Sodium

Answered by kashish choradia
Sodium
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