Review:
Sodium
overall review score: 3.5
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Sodium is a chemical element with the symbol Na (from Latin 'natrium') and atomic number 11. It is a soft, silvery-white, highly reactive metal.
Key Features
- Highly reactive
- Soft metal
- Silvery-white appearance
Pros
- Essential for human health in moderate amounts
- Used in various industrial processes
Cons
- Excessive intake linked to health issues such as hypertension