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Na
Sodium
Atomic Z: 11 · Mass A: 23
Proton (p⁺)
Neutron (n⁰)
Electron (e⁻)
Na
Sodium
Z = 11
Mass A = 23 u · Alkali Metal
Protons (p⁺)
11 Neutrons (n⁰)
12 Electrons (e⁻)
11 Orbit Velocity1.0x
Orbit Rings
Nucleus Glow
Select Element (29)
Scientific Summary
Soft, silvery alkali metal with a single valence electron. Reacts explosively when tossed into water.
Did You Know?
Sodium combined with chlorine gas forms delicious everyday Table Salt (NaCl)!
Practical Applications
Table Salt (NaCl)
Sodium-Vapor Street Lamps
Nuclear Fast-Reactor Coolant
Chemical Synthesis
Discovered By: Humphry DavyYear: 1807