
The colour of silver nitrate solution changes when a copper rod is dipped in it. Explain with the help of the chemical reaction involved.

Important Questions on Metals and Non-metals
What happens when a metal placed above hydrogen in the reactivity series reacts with dilute acid? Explain this with the help of an example.

Differentiate between metal oxide and non-metal oxide.

Differentiate between the malleability and ductility.

What are alloys? Why do they find immense application as compared to metals?

Give a reason: Aluminium is used for making electrical wires.

Give reason: Cooking utensils are made of metals but their handles are made of wood or plastic.

Compare the chemical properties of metals and non-metals.

The table given below shows the reactions of metals with solutions of metal salts
On the basis of the observation, arrange metals J, K and L in order of increasing reactivity and give the reason for your answer.
Metal J | Metal K | Metal L | |
J sulphate | X | No reaction | No reaction |
K sulphate | Displaces K | X | Displaces K |
L sulphate | Displaces L | No reaction | X |
