Multiple choice

Which of the following correctly defines ‘malleability’?

  1. Ability of elements to be hammered into thin sheets

  2. Ability of elements to be drawn into wires

  3. Ability of elements to produce sound when struck

  4. All of the above
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Malleability is defined as the ability of a material to be hammered or rolled into thin sheets without breaking. This is a characteristic property of metals - gold can be hammered into extremely thin gold leaf, and aluminum can be rolled into foil. Option B describes ductility (drawing into wires), option C describes sonorosity (producing sound), and option D is incorrect because these are distinct properties, not all the same property.

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