What is the product (s) in the reaction below?

2Na (s) + 2H2O (l) 2NaOH (aq) + H2 (g)

Answer: 2NaOH (aq) and H2 (g)

Explanation:

The balanced equation below shows the production of an alkali (NaOH) with the liberation of hydrogen gas (H2)

2Na (s) + 2H2O (l) - -> 2NaOH (aq) + H2 (g)

The reactants are as follows:

- Sodium metal 2Na (s)

- liquid water 2H2O (l)

The products are as follows:

- Sodium hydroxide 2NaOH (aq)

- Hydrogen gas H2 (g)