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37. A solution of sodium metal in liquid ammonia is strongly reducing due to the presence of

======= ####37. A solution of sodium metal in liquid ammonia is strongly reducing due to the presence of

3e0f7ab6f6a50373c3f2dbda6ca2533482a77bed (a) sodium atoms

(b) sodium hydride

(c) sodium amide

(d) solvated electrons

$(1981,1 \mathrm{M})$

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Solution:

  1. Presence of solvated electrons makes solution of alkali metal in liquid ammonia makes them strongly reducing agent.