The Sodium Family

Examines the properties, preparation, and compounds of the sodium family metals. Shows common examples of their uses and the violent reaction between sodium and chlorine, a demonstration often considered too dangerous to be performed in a classroom. Also pictures a new use of molten sodium, for heat transfer at power plants operating on atomic energy.

Credits

Paul M. Wright

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — List of Coronet Films — title, year, creator, length, color, credits
  2. Catalog of Classroom Teaching Films for Georgia Schools, No. 10 (Georgia Department of Education) — title, creator, length, color, description