Question

Identify the error in the given statement. Strikethrough the incorrect word and write the correct word in the blank.

Tungsten is used for making fuse wires.

Answer 1

Tungsten is used for making fuse wires.

Incorrect word - Tungsten

Correct word - Magnesium

• Metals are generally hard solid substances that have a shiny luster and are good conductors of electricity
• For example - Sodium$\left(\mathrm{Na}\right)$, Silver$\left(\mathrm{Ag}\right)$, etc.
• Elements that have an excess of electrons and a tendency to donate them, are generally considered metals.
• Magnesium is a silvery-white metal.
• Magnesium burns with bright white light and also produces intense illumination, due to which it is used in making fuse wires in thermite welding.