Occurrence of Metals and Non-metals in Nature
Chemistry ⇒ Metals and Non-metals
Occurrence of Metals and Non-metals in Nature starts at 6 and continues till grade 12.
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Explain why sodium is not found in its pure form in nature.
Name a metal that is found in nature as both a free element and in ores.
Name a metal that is found in nature in the form of sulphide ores.
Name a metal that is liquid at room temperature and found in nature in ores.
Name a non-metal that is essential for breathing.
Name a non-metal that is found in nature as a liquid.
Name a non-metal that is found in nature as a solid.
Name one metal that is never found in a free state in nature.
What is the main source of copper in nature?
What is the most common form in which sodium is found in nature?
What is the name given to naturally occurring substances from which metals can be extracted?
Context: A student finds a shiny yellow metal nugget in a riverbed. The metal does not react with water or air. Based on this information, which metal is the student most likely to have found?
Describe how the occurrence of non-metals in nature is different from the occurrence of metals. Give at least two differences.
Why are metals like gold and platinum often found in their pure form in nature, while metals like sodium and potassium are not?
