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
Give reasons : Aluminium is a highly reactive metal, yet it is used to make utensils for cooking.
What chemical process is used for obtaining a metal from its oxide ?
Define the following terms.
$(i)$ Mineral $(ii)$ Ore $(iii)$ Gangue
Which metals do not corrode easily ?
Give reasons : Carbonate and sulphide ores are usually converted into oxides during the process of extraction.