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The ability of metals to be drawn into thin wires is known as:


A

Ductility

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B

Malleability

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C

Sonority

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D

Conductivity

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Solution

The correct option is A

Ductility


Explanation for the correct option.

Option (A)

Ductility: The property by which metals can be drawn into the thin wire is known as ductility.

Explanation of incorrect options.

Option (B)

Malleability: The property of metals by which they can be drawn into a thin Sheet without breaking is known as malleability.

Option (C)

Sonorous: The ability of a metal to be sonorous in nature, means they are capable of making a deep, ringing sound on a hit by other objects

Option (D)

Conductivity: The ability of material to conduct electricity and heat is known as conductivity.

Hence, Option (A) is correct.


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