Question

Fill in the blanks with the correct words.
1. The property by virtue of which metals can be beaten into thin sheets is called .................... (malleability/ductility).
2. .................... (Copper/Silver) is the best conductor of heat.
3. .................... (Graphite/Iodine) is a good conductor of electricity.
4. Non-metallic oxides dissolve in water to form .................... (acids/bases).
5. .................... (Zinc/Silver) will displace copper from copper sulphate solution.

Answer 1

1. The property by virtue of which metals can be beaten into thin sheets is called malleability.
2. Silver is the best conductor of heat.
3. Graphite is a good conductor of electricity.
4. Non-metallic oxides dissolve in water to form acids.
5. Zinc will displace copper from copper sulphate solution.