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The most abundant metal in the earth's crust is :


A

Iron

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B

Nickel

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C

Aluminum

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D

Sodium

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Solution

The correct option is C

Aluminum


The explanation for the correct option:

C. Aluminum

Metals:

  • A metal is a class of substance that has high electrical/thermal conductivity.
  • Metals are usually malleable as well as ductile in nature.
  • Metals have a generally shiny appearance.

The metal. that is present in abundance in Earth's crust is Aluminium with a percentage of about 8.9%. Aluminium is a silvery-white as well as a lightweight metal. It is a very good conductor of electricity and heat.

The explanation for incorrect options:

A. Iron is present in Erath's crust with a percentage of 5%.

B. The percentage of Nickel is about 0.007% in Earth's crust.

D. The percentage of Sodium is about 2.36%in Earth's crust.

Hence, the correct option is C i.e. Aluminium.


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