SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

CHEMISTRY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
If an element is shiny, malleable, and a good conductor, you would be looking for a ____
A
metal
B
non-metal
C
metalloid
D
element
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Example – copper is both malleable and ductile Thermal conductivity-ability of an object to transfer heat Electrical conductivity – ability to carry electric current. Most metals are good thermal AND electrical conductors.

Detailed explanation-2: -Gold possess the property of shiny lustre, ductility and malleability.

Detailed explanation-3: -Copper, silver, aluminum, gold, steel, and brass are common conductors of electricity. The most highly conductive metals are silver, copper, and gold.

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