Question

13. Identify the soft metal among the following:

• A. iron
• B. aluminium
• C. magnesium
• D. potassium

Answer 1

The correct option is D

potassium

Explanation for correct option-

(D) Soft metals are flexible and easy to cut without breaking. Potassium is a soft metal that may be cut with a knife.

Explanation for incorrect option-

(A) Iron is malleable and ductile and shows the properties of metal. It is a hard metal.

(B) Aluminium is a hard metal. It cannot be cut with knife.

(C) Magnesium metal is also hard metal.

Hence, option (D) is the correct answer.