The metal that has very low melting point and its periodic position is closer to a metalloid is :
- (A)Al
- (B)Ga✓ Correct
- (C)Se
- (D)In
Answer: (B)
Solution
Among the given options, Gallium (Ga) has the lowest melting point at 303 K (about 30°C). Gallium is in group 13, positioned just below aluminum and adjacent to the metalloid germanium in the periodic table. Answer: (B).
JEE Main · 2022 · 26 Jul 2022 · Shift 2 · Single correct option