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Question
Name two physical properties of sodium in which it's behaviour is not as expected from it's classification as metal.
Solution
Metals are generally strong. But sodium is not a strong metal and it cannot support heavy objects without breaking.
Metals are generally hard. But sodium is a soft metal and can be cut even with a knife.
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