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The metallic lustre exhibited by sodium ...

The metallic lustre exhibited by sodium is explained by

A

Diffusion of sodium ions

B

Oscillation of loose electrons

C

Excitation of free protons

D

Existence of body - centered cubic lattice

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B
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