Which was the first metal used by humans?

Iron

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Copper

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Zinc

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Gold

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Solution

The correct option is B Copper
Metals were discovered and starts using approximately 5000 years ago. First metal to be used was the copper. Then after silver and gold. These metals were found in free state in nature.

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