Question

The non-metal having shining surface is-

• A. Sulphur
• B. Phosphorus
• C. Iodine
• D. Carbon

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Iodine

Metals have a property to reflect the light which is incident on its surface. That is why metals are shining in nature.

Explanation for the correct option:

C. Iodine$\left(\mathrm{I}\right)$ is the only, exceptional non-metal that has lustrous properties.

Explanation for the correct option:

Sulphur$\left(\mathrm{S}\right)$, Phosphorus and Carbon are non-metals, which has no lustrous properties.

Hence, the non-metal having a shining surface is option(C) Iodine$\left(\mathrm{I}\right)$.