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Which metal has the least melting point?

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Cr
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Ti
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Hg
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Zn
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Solution

The correct option is C Hg
In mercury, the binding energy of outer electrons (towards nucleus) is highest and no electron is available to participate in metallic bond formation. Therefore, mercury does not have a specific crystal structure and is the only metal which is liquid at room temperature with a melting pointof -38 degree Celsius.

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