NCERT / Chemistry / Ch.3

Metals and Non-metals

Physical Properties · Reactivity Series · Ores & Extraction · Ionic Compounds · Corrosion & Alloying
MCQ Master Series — 50 expert questions across 3 difficulty tiers.

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50
Questions
6
Topics
30
Concept Check (NCERT)
14
Boards-Level Reasoning
6
Data / HOTS MCQs
Question Intelligence

Quiz Analytics

A data-driven breakdown of all 50 questions by difficulty, exam origin and topic distribution.

📈 Distribution Overview

50
Total Questions
Concept Check (NCERT)
30
Boards-Level Reasoning
14
Data / HOTS MCQs
6

🗂 Topic Coverage

Physical Properties & Uses
16%
Chemical Properties & Oxides
24%
Reactivity Series & Displacement
18%
Ores, Extraction & Alloys
18%
Ionic Compounds & Bonding
12%
Corrosion & Prevention
12%
30
Concept Check (NCERT)
14
Boards-Level Reasoning
6
Data / HOTS MCQs
Conceptual Framework

Key Concept Highlights

6 foundational pillars that power every question in this quiz. Understand these, and the answers follow naturally.

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Physical Properties of Metals
Most metals are lustrous, malleable, ductile, sonorous and good conductors of heat and electricity, which is why they are widely used in wires, utensils and machinery.
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Chemical Properties & Oxides
Metals generally form basic or amphoteric oxides on reaction with oxygen and displace hydrogen from acids, while non-metals usually form acidic or neutral oxides with different behaviour in water.
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Reactivity Series & Displacement
The reactivity series orders metals from highly to least reactive, helping predict which metal can displace another from its salt solution or react with water and dilute acids more vigorously.
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Ores, Extraction & Refining
Metals occur in nature as ores that are concentrated and then extracted by processes like roasting, calcination and reduction, followed by refining to obtain metals of high purity.
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Ionic Compounds of Metals
Metals tend to lose electrons and form positive ions that combine with non-metal ions to give ionic compounds with high melting points, strong electrostatic forces and conduction in molten or solution state.
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Corrosion & Its Prevention
Metals such as iron corrode in the presence of moisture and air, so methods like painting, oiling, galvanisation, alloying and cathodic protection are used to slow down or prevent rusting.
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  • Force precise recall — vague conceptual understanding gets exposed immediately
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~8–12%

of Class 10 Science Chemistry weightage under “Metals and Non-metals” in school exams, periodic tests and CBSE board papers.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Learn

By completing this quiz set you will have exercised all the following competencies.

01 Classify elements as metals or non-metals using physical properties like lustre, malleability, ductility, sonority and electrical or thermal conductivity.
02 Describe key chemical reactions of metals and non-metals with oxygen, water, acids and bases, and identify the nature of the oxides formed.
03 Use the reactivity series to predict displacement reactions, relative vigour of reactions with water and acids, and position of common metals like Na, Ca, Zn, Fe and Cu.
04 Explain the terms ore, mineral, gangue and alloy, and outline basic steps of metal extraction including concentration, roasting, calcination, reduction and refining.
05 State characteristic properties of ionic compounds such as high melting points, solubility in water and electrical conductivity in molten or solution state.
06 Explain corrosion with examples like rusting of iron and tarnishing of silver, and list common preventive methods such as painting, galvanising and alloying.
07 Relate the chemical behaviour of metals and non-metals to their uses in everyday life, such as electrical wiring, construction, cooking utensils and protective coatings.
Exam Preparation

Strategy & Preparation Tips

5 evidence-based strategies to maximise your score in CBSE Boards and JEE.

01
Strategy
Master Property Tables
Prepare a compact table comparing physical and chemical properties of metals, non-metals and metalloids so you can instantly answer property-based MCQs.
02
Strategy
Pin the Reactivity Ladder
Memorise the reactivity series with a mnemonic and practise displacement questions until you can decide the feasibility of reactions in seconds.
03
Strategy
Trace Ore-to-Metal Flow
For questions on extraction, always sketch the sequence—concentration, roasting or calcination, reduction and refining—and map each step to its correct ore type.
04
Strategy
Group Typical Equations
Collect core equations for metal + oxygen, metal + water, metal + acid and metal + salt so recognition of products and gas evolution becomes automatic in objective items.
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Strategy
Think Like an Examiner
Expect application questions on corrosion prevention, alloy advantages and ionic compound properties; practise NCERT intext and exemplar MCQs to match that pattern.

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Chemistry — Metals And Non-metals

50 Questions Class 10 MCQs
1
Which of the following is the most malleable metal?
2
Non-metals are generally:
3
Which metal is stored in kerosene?
4
Which of the following is a liquid non-metal?
5
Which property allows a metal to be drawn into wires?
6
Which of the following is an amphoteric oxide?
7
Which gas is released when a metal reacts with acid?
8
Which metal does NOT react with cold water, hot water, or steam?
9
Galvanisation is the process of coating iron with:
10
Which of the following is an example of a displacement reaction?
11
Which is the most reactive metal?
12
Rust is chemically known as:
13
Which non-metal is essential for protein formation?
14
Which metal is used for making aircraft bodies?
15
Which of the following is a noble metal?
16
Non-metal used in water purification is:
17
Which of the following is a good conductor among non-metals?
18
An alloy of copper and zinc is:
19
Which process is used for purification of copper metal?
20
Aqua regia is a mixture of:
21
Which metal is used in thermite welding?
22
Which oxide is basic in nature?
23
Which non-metal is stored underwater?
24
Which metal reacts with steam but not cold water?
25
Which element forms acidic oxides?
26
Which is an example of a neutral oxide?
27
Which metal is used for electrical wiring?
28
How many electrons does magnesium lose to form \(\mathrm{Mg^{2+}}\)?
29
Which non-metal is used in fertilizers?
30
Which process involves heating ore in absence of air?
31
Which of the following metals is least reactive?
32
Which is used to coat copper plates for protection?
33
Which metal is used to make fuses?
34
The green coating on copper is:
35
A metal that reacts vigorously with cold water is:
36
Which non-metal is used to make matchsticks?
37
Which of these is an ore of aluminium?
38
Which metal forms a protective oxide layer?
39
Which non-metal is used in pencils?
40
Which metal is used in mirrors?
41
A combination of two or more metals is called:
42
Which metal is used in building rails?
43
The property of producing sound when struck is:
44
Which metal reacts with both acids and bases?
45
Electrolysis is used to extract:
46
Which metal is used as a reducing agent in metallurgy?
47
Which substance reacts with water to form base?
48
Which of the following is used in crackers/fireworks?
49
Which metal is the poorest conductor among the given?
50
Which metal is extracted from haematite?
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Frequently Asked Questions

Metals are elements that are generally hard, lustrous, malleable, ductile, good conductors of heat/electricity, and form positive ions.

Non-metals are brittle (if solid), non-lustrous, poor conductors, and form negative ions.

Property of metals to be beaten into thin sheets.

Property of metals to be drawn into wires.

Shiny appearance of metals due to reflection of light.

Due to presence of free electrons.

They lack free electrons.

Metals that produce ringing sound when struck.

Gold.

Because it reacts vigorously with air and water.

Metal oxides react with water to form basic hydroxides.

Their oxides form acids with water.

Gradual destruction of metals by air, moisture, or chemicals.

Iron reacts with oxygen and moisture to form rust.

\(\mathrm{Fe_2O_3·xH_2O.}\)

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