Question

Which of the following metals will react with water to produce a metal hydroxide and hydrogen gas? (2 points)

Select one:
a. Al
b. Bi
c. Na
d. Fe

Answer 1

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option C. It is the metal Na that will react with water to produce a metal hydroxide and hydrogen gas. It reacts violently with water forming sodium hydroxide and the hydrogen gas.