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Chemistry of Metals and Alloys

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Review the physical and chemical properties of various metals and their common alloys. This collection covers industrial applications, metallurgical processes, and practical uses of elements like silicon and boron. Practice these questions to strengthen your chemistry fundamentals for exams.

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Chemistry of Metals and Alloys Questions

Multiple choice

The metal used to make lightning conductors is

  1. iron

  2. aluminium

  3. copper

  4. zinc
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Copper is the standard material for lightning conductors due to its excellent electrical conductivity and resistance to corrosion. While aluminum is conductive, copper offers better performance and longevity for this specific application.

Multiple choice

Of what metals were Sharagani and Jeetal made?

  1. Silver and bronze

  2. Silver and copper

  3. Silver and gold

  4. Silver and tin
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Sharagani and Jeetal were specific coin denominations minted during the Sultanate period. Sharagani was a silver coin while Jeetal was a copper coin, both used in everyday transactions. The silver-copper combination was common in medieval Indian coinage systems.

Multiple choice

Of which metal were Jeetal and Tanka were made?

  1. Copper and zinc

  2. Zinc and silver

  3. Iron and silver

  4. Copper and silver
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Jital and Tanka were the principal coins of the Delhi Sultanate period. The Jital was a copper coin, while the Tanka was a silver coin, forming a bimetallic currency system. The Tanka was equivalent to 48 Jitals and was the standard unit of account.

Multiple choice

Solar cells are made up of

  1. silicon

  2. zinc

  3. silver

  4. copper

  5. -
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct answer. Solar cells are made up of silicon because when sunlight falls on them, they produce free electrons, which conduct electricity.