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The metallic luster exhibited by sodium is explained by

A

existence of body centered cubic lattice

B

excitation of free electrons

C

diffucion of sodium ions

D

oscillation of loose electrons

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the oscillation of loose electrons in metallic sodium is responsible for metalic lustre.
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