MCQ practice · SSC Chemistry Board questions · Chapter 3: Structure of Matter
Which of the following is the correct Latin name of tungsten?
Think it through first, then pick an option.
- a Cuprum
- b Wolfram
- c Stibium
- d Ferrum
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: b Wolfram
Wolfram is the Latin name of tungsten; its symbol is W, taken from the Latin name.
Why the other options are wrong
- a Cuprum: Cuprum is the Latin name of copper (symbol Cu), not of tungsten.
- c Stibium: Stibium is the Latin name of antimony (symbol Sb), not of tungsten.
- d Ferrum: Ferrum is the Latin name of iron (symbol Fe), not of tungsten.
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