MCQ practice · SSC Chemistry Board questions · Chapter 4: Periodic Table
Which is a coin metal?
Think it through first, then pick an option.
- a Lead
- b Tin
- c Gold
- d Zinc
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: c Gold
Gold (Au) is a group 11 element; in ancient times it was made into coins.
Why the other options are wrong
- a Lead: The coin metals are Cu, Ag and Au of group 11; lead is not one of the three. The answer is gold.
- b Tin: Tin is not a coin metal; the coin metals are Cu, Ag and Au. The answer is gold.
- d Zinc: Zinc (Zn) is in group 12, not group 11, so it is not a coin metal. The answer is gold.
More board questions on this topic
- Which element is chemically inert?
- Which is a transition element?
- Which is an alkaline earth metal?
- Which of these is a coin metal?
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