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प्रश्न
Metals are generally hard. Which of the following metals is an exception and can be cut with a knife?
विकल्प
Iron
Sodium
Gold
Magnesium
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उत्तर
Sodium
Explanation:
Metals are generally hard. This means that most of the metals cannot be cut easily. But sodium metal is soft and can be easily cut with a knife.
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