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Explain the reason for the fusion of an organic compound with metallic sodium for testing nitrogen, sulphur and halogens

A

To make the solution alkaline

B

To convert in to elemental state of nitrogen, sulphur and halogens

C

To convert covalent compound in to ionic compound

D

To decrease fusion temperature

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C
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