Question

Which of the following transition metal is present in misch metal?

• A. La
• B. Sc
• C. Ni
• D. Cr

Answer 1

The correct option is A La

Misch metal is an alloy of rare earth metals with composition :

Rare earth metals – 94.95%

Iron (Fe) – 5%

S,C,Ca,Cl... – Traces
A good deal of mischmetal is used in Mg-based alloy to produce bullets, shell and lighter flint.