Question

Which is the most abundant metal in earth's crust?

• A. copper
• B. zinc
• C. gold
• D. mercury

Answer 1

The correct option is B

zinc

Explanation for the correct option.

Metal: The substance which has a tendency to lose electrons and form cation is considered a metal.

(B) Most of the metals found in the form of minerals and ores in the earth's crust

• Zinc [Zn] found in the earth's crust at 70 ppm by the source

Explanation for the incorrect options.

(A) copper [Cu] found in the earth's crust at 60 ppm by the source

(C) Mercury [Hg] was found in the earth's crust at 0.085 ppm by the source

(D) Gold [Au] was found in the earth's crust at 0.004 ppm by the source

Thus, option (B) Is correct answer.