Which solids are composed of inorganic compounds, usually oxides of chemical elements?
A
Ceramics
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B
Metals
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C
Minerals
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D
Wood
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Solution
The correct option is A Ceramics Ceramic solids are composed of inorganic compounds, usually oxides of chemical elements. They are chemically inert, and often are capable of withstanding chemical erosion that occurs in an acidic or caustic environment.