sodium na by eric (science 8a) dec 11, 2013. history discovered in 1807 by sir humphrey davy
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Sodium NaBy Eric (Science 8A)
Dec 11, 2013
HistoryDiscovered In 1807
By Sir Humphrey Davy
Sodium in bodyControl blood pressure
Muscle and nerve function
SymptomsSoft
Bright silvery white
Metal
Characteristics of sodium disorderThe adequate intake for sodium is set at 1,500 milligrams per day for adults up to 50 years of age; 1,300 milligrams for adults from ages 51 to 70; and 1,200 milligrams per day after that.
Too low blood pressure
Sodium Diagnostic Testing
Causes of Sodium disorderDiarrhea
Excessive sweating
Vomiting
Risk Factors for Low Sodium
Advanced age
Excessive exercise, particularly outdoors in hot weather.
Hot climate
Kidney disease
Liver failure
Medication side effects
Treatment
Current discovery
Other factsThe pure sodium is kept under oil because it is highly reactive.
Other factsIt makes a yellow color in fireworks.
Work Citeshttp://chemistry.about.com/od/elementfacts/a/sodium.htm
http://www.livestrong.com/article/427018-what-does-sodium-do-in-the-body/
http://www.rightdiagnosis.com/symptoms/low_sodium/tests.htm
www.localhealth.com/article/low-sodium