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