Give an example of a metal which
$(i)$ is a liquid at room temperature.
$(ii)$ can be easily cut with a knife.
$(iii)$ is the best conductor of heat.
$(iv)$ is a poor conduct of heat.
$(i)$ Metal that exists in liquid state at room temperature $\to $ Mercury
$(ii)$ Metal that can be easily cut with a knife $\to $ Sodium
$(iii)$ Metal that is the best conductor of heat $\to $ Silver
$(iv)$ Metals that are poor conductors of heat $\to $ Mercury and lead
What would you observe when zinc is added to a solution of iron $(II) $ sulphate ? Write the chemical reaction that takes place.
What type of oxides are formed when non-metals combine with oxygen?
Metallic oxides of zinc, magnesium and copper were heated with the following metals.
Metal | Zinc | Magnesium | Copper |
Zinc oxide | - | - | - |
Magnesium oxide | - | - | - |
Copper oxide | - | - | - |
In which cases will you find displacement reactions taking place ?
Which metals do not corrode easily ?
Give reasons : Aluminium is a highly reactive metal, yet it is used to make utensils for cooking.