Lead sinkers used for saltwater fishing do not react with sodium ions in the water. From this we can infer that __________

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The fact that lead sinkers do not react with sodium ions in saltwater fishing suggests that sodium ions are unable to oxidize or reduce lead. Therefore, option D is the correct answer. Option A is incorrect because it suggests that lead has the ability to reduce sodium ions, which is not stated or implied in the given information. Option B is also incorrect because it suggests that sodium ions have the ability to reduce lead, which is not supported by the given information. Option C is irrelevant because it simply states that lead is heavier than sodium, which is not relevant to the question. Option E is incorrect because it suggests that sodium ions have the ability to reduce lead, which is not suggested by the given information.

Lead Sinkers Used for Saltwater Fishing Do Not React with Sodium