What are the differences between sodium and salt?

Basis of differentiation

Salt

Sodium

Definition

Salt is a crystalline substance or mineral composed primarily of sodium chloride (NaCl)

Sodium is a chemical element having the atomic number 11 and chemical symbol “Na”

Appearance

Are white, cubic crystals that are translucent

Has a metallic appearance with a silvery white color

Solubility

Water readily dissolves NaCl

Sodium reacts vigorously when coming into contact with water and releases hydrogen gas

Melting point

Melting point is 801 °C

Melting point is 97.79 °C

Structure

Crystals are hard and cubic in shape

Sodium is a soft metal 

Boiling point

Boiling point is 1465 °C

Boiling point is 882.8 °C