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

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Organic compound is fused with sodium metal so as to convert organic compounds into NaCN, Na2S, NaX and Na3PO4 . Since these are ionic compounds and become more reactive and thus can be easily tested by suitable reagents.

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