In the given reaction,the oxide of sodium is .... $4Na + O_2 \to 2Na_2O$ and $Na_2O + H_2O \to 2NaOH$

The electronic configuration of a metal $M$ is $1s^2, 2s^2 2p^6, 3s^1$. The formula of its oxide will be

Magnesium is burnt in the air to form $A$ and $B$. When $B$ is hydrolyzed,$C$ and $D$ are formed. $D$ is the reactant in the manufacture of nitric acid by Ostwald's process. What is $C$?

Explain the biological importance of sodium and potassium.

Which of the following elements exhibits the highest photoelectric effect?

On heating 'Trona $(Na_2CO_3 \cdot NaHCO_3 \cdot 2H_2O)$' with the help of a Bunsen burner,we get . . . . . . as the solid residue.