Question

1. sodium is a metal, like copper. suggest reasons why sodium cannot be used in electrical wires.

Explanation:

Sodium is highly reactive with water and air, and has a low melting - point. These properties make it unsuitable for electrical wires. Reactivity can cause safety hazards and low melting - point means it can melt easily during normal use of electrical wires.

Answer:

Sodium is highly reactive with water and air, and has a low melting - point, so it cannot be used in electrical wires.