Metals and Non-metals
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Properties of metals and non-metals
SubtopicProperties of metals and non-metals under Metals and Non-metals for Grade 10 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which of the following statements about metals is TRUE?
A.All metals are solids at room temperature
B.Metals generally have low melting points
C.Metals form negative ions by gaining electrons
D.Metals form basic or amphoteric oxides
- 2.
Iron reacts with steam to form which oxide?
A.B.C.D. - 3.
Which of the following metals is kept under water (Hypothetical logic check - which metal doesn't belong in the kerosene/water storage groups)? Actually, let's rephrase: Which of the following is NOT a property of sodium metal?
A.It is soft
B.It has a low melting point
C.It is a good conductor of electricity
D.It is high density like iron
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Reactivity series
SubtopicReactivity series under Metals and Non-metals for Grade 10 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which property of metals allows us to arrange them in a reactivity series?
A.Their melting points
B.Their ability to lose electrons
C.Their density
D.Their color
- 2.
Among the following, which metal will react with dilute acid at the slowest rate?
A.Magnesium
B.Aluminum
C.Zinc
D.Iron
- 3.
What is formed when Sodium reacts with water?
A.Sodium Oxide and Hydrogen
B.Sodium Hydroxide and Hydrogen
C.Sodium Oxide and Oxygen
D.Sodium Hydroxide and Oxygen
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Formation and properties of ionic compounds
SubtopicFormation and properties of ionic compounds under Metals and Non-metals for Grade 10 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Ionic bonding occurs between:
A.Two metals
B.Two non-metals
C.A metal and a non-metal
D.A noble gas and a metal
- 2.
Which gas configuration does a Fluoride ion () attain?
A.Helium
B.Neon
C.Argon
D.Krypton
- 3.
Electrovalent compounds are generally found as ________ solids.
A.Soft
B.Crystalline
C.Amorphous
D.Liquid
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Basic metallurgical processes
SubtopicBasic metallurgical processes under Metals and Non-metals for Grade 10 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
The purpose of adding a small amount of copper or silver to 24 carat gold is to:
A.Increase its purity
B.Make it harder
C.Change its color to green
D.Lower its value
- 2.
Which of the following metals is obtained by self-reduction of its oxide and sulfide together when heated?
A.Sodium
B.Aluminium
C.Copper
D.Magnesium
- 3.
If copper is to be refined electrolytically, which electrode must be replaced periodically as it dissolves?
A.Cathode
B.Anode
C.Both A and B
D.Neither
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Corrosion and its prevention
SubtopicCorrosion and its prevention under Metals and Non-metals for Grade 10 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which of the following metals will not undergo corrosion even if left in moist air for a very long time?
A.Platinum
B.Copper
C.Iron
D.Zinc
- 2.
In terms of chemical bonding, an alloy is typically considered a:
A.Chemical compound
B.Physical mixture
C.Pure element
D.Covalent crystal
- 3.
Which of the following is not a corrosive agent for iron?
A.Oxygen
B.Water vapor
C.Dry nitrogen gas
D.Carbon dioxide in presence of moisture
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