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Sodium: What is Sodium?

Title: Sodium: A Primer on the Essential Element Excerpt: "Sodium (Na), a highly reactive alkali metal, is the sixth most abundant element in the Earth's crust. With an atomic number of 11, sodium possesses a single valence electron, rendering it highly prone to ionization. This article delves into the intricacies of sodium, exploring its properties, occurrence, and pivotal role in various biological processes."
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