State if the following statements are True or False. Correct the false statement.
Mercury is a non-metal.

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B False
Metals - The group of elements that are mostly solids and show properties like lustre, malleability, ductility, etc.
Examples - Sodium (Na), Mercury (Hg), and Iron (Fe).
Mercury - It is a metal that is found in the liquid state and shows properties like lustre.
Correct statement - Mercury is a metal.
Therefore, the given statement is false.

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