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Ability of metal to show brightness on the surface due to reflection of light is called __________.

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lusture

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malleability

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ductility

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sonority

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Solution

The correct option is A lusture
Metals are shiny because metals contain free electrons that vibrate when they come in contact with light. When electrons vibrate, they produce their own light. This is reflected back and creates a shiny and lustrous appearance of metal.

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