Single Choice

A metal M which is one of the best conductor of heat and electricity used in making electric wires is found in the nature as sulphide ore, $$M_2S$$. Name the metal M.

ACu
Correct Answer
BAl
CFe
DAg

Solution

Metal 'M' is copper which is one of the best conductor of heat and electricity used in making electric wires is found in nature as sulphide ore $$(Cu_2S).$$
Hence option A is correct answer.

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