Which of the following metals is stored under kerosene? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following metals is stored under kerosene?
A. Iron
B. Copper
C. Zinc
D. Sodium
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Sodium reacts vigorously with moisture and oxygen in air, so it is stored under kerosene to prevent contact. Potassium, lithium are similarly stored. Iron, zinc, copper do not require such storage.

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More chemistry Questions

Question #1
Half-life of a radioactive substance is 5 years. After 10 years, how much of the original amount remains?
A. 1/8
B. 1/2
C. 1/16
D. 1/4

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Number of half-lives = total time / half-life = 10/5 = 2. Fraction remaining = (1/2)ⁿ = (1/2)² = 1/4. Thus 25% remains. After 3 half-lives (15 years) it would be 1/8.

This question belongs to: Science chemistry
Question #2
Which of the following is an example of a sublimable solid?
A. Sugar
B. Sand
C. Camphor
D. Sodium chloride

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Camphor sublimes—it directly changes from solid to vapor on heating without passing through the liquid phase. Other sublimable solids include naphthalene, iodine, ammonium chloride, and dry ice (solid CO₂). Sodium chloride, sugar, and sand melt or decompose on strong heating. Sublimation is used to separate sublimable substances from non-sublimable impurities. The process requires careful heating.

This question belongs to: Science chemistry
Question #3
The IUPAC name of the element with atomic number 118 is:
A. Nihonium
B. Tennessine
C. Oganesson
D. Ununennium

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The element with atomic number 118 is Oganesson (Og). It is a synthetic element and a member of the noble gas group (Group 18). Ununennium is the temporary name for element 119, Tennessine is 117, and Nihonium is 113.

This question belongs to: Science chemistry