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Question

When NaNO3 is treated with Na :

A

NaNO2 and O2 are formed

B

Na2O and N2 are formed

C

Na2O2 and N2 are formed

D

Na2O and Na3N are formed.

Answer

Na2O and N2 are formed

Explanation

Solution

2NaNO3 + 10Na $\longrightarrow$ 6Na2O + N2.