Here are some multiple-choice questions (MCQs) for CBSE Class 10 Science Chapter 3 on Metals and Non-Metals. These questions are designed to test your understanding of the chapter and improve your analytical skills. It’s important to grasp the concepts well to answer them correctly. You can find the questions in the attached PDF.
Answers to each question are also provided, so make sure to go through them. Practicing these MCQs before your exams will help you clarify any doubts and ensure you’re prepared for similar questions that might appear on the board exam.
In addition to these MCQs, it’s recommended to solve sample papers and past exam papers to familiarize yourself with the exam format and difficulty level.
Class 10 Science MCQs Chapter 3 Metals and Non-Metals
Question: Which of the following is a property of metals?
a) Brittle
b) Ductile
c) Non-conductor of electricity
d) Low melting point
Answer: b) Ductile
Question: Which of the following is a non-metal?
a) Iron
b) Gold
c) Oxygen
d) Silver
Answer: c) Oxygen
Question: Which of the following metals is a liquid at room temperature?
a) Mercury
b) Aluminum
c) Copper
d) Iron
Answer: a) Mercury
Question: Which metal is used for making electrical wires due to its high electrical conductivity?
a) Copper
b) Zinc
c) Silver
d) Aluminum
Answer: a) Copper
Question: Which of the following is a non-metallic element?
a) Sodium
b) Carbon
c) Magnesium
d) Calcium
Answer: b) Carbon
Question: Metals usually react with acids to produce:
a) Water
b) Oxygen gas
c) Carbon dioxide gas
d) Hydrogen gas
Answer: d) Hydrogen gas
Question: Which of the following metals is the most reactive?
a) Gold
b) Copper
c) Sodium
d) Silver
Answer: c) Sodium
Question: Which non-metal is essential for respiration in living organisms?
a) Oxygen
b) Nitrogen
c) Carbon
d) Hydrogen
Answer: a) Oxygen
Question: Which of the following metals is used in making electric bulbs due to its high melting point?
a) Lead
b) Iron
c) Tungsten
d) Aluminum
Answer: c) Tungsten
Question: Which metal is commonly used for galvanization to prevent iron from rusting?
a) Copper
b) Zinc
c) Aluminum
d) Silver
Answer: b) Zinc
Question: Which of the following non-metals is a good conductor of electricity?
a) Carbon
b) Hydrogen
c) Nitrogen
d) Sulphur
Answer: a) Carbon
Question: Which metal is used for making cooking utensils due to its low reactivity with food items?
a) Aluminum
b) Zinc
c) Copper
d) Stainless steel
Answer: d) Stainless steel
Question: Which of the following is a property of non-metals?
a) Malleable
b) Shiny
c) Brittle
d) Good conductor of electricity
Answer: c) Brittle
Question: Which metal is used in making aircraft bodies due to its light weight and strength?
a) Iron
b) Copper
c) Aluminum
d) Lead
Answer: c) Aluminum
Question: Which non-metal is essential for the formation of proteins in living organisms?
a) Oxygen
b) Carbon
c) Hydrogen
d) Nitrogen
Answer: d) Nitrogen
Question: Which of the following metals reacts vigorously with water, producing hydrogen gas?
a) Gold
b) Silver
c) Sodium
d) Platinum
Answer: c) Sodium
Question: Which non-metal is used in the manufacture of fertilizers?
a) Oxygen
b) Carbon
c) Nitrogen
d) Hydrogen
Answer: c) Nitrogen
Question: Which metal is used in making coins because of its non-reactivity with air and water?
a) Aluminum
b) Copper
c) Iron
d) Zinc
Answer: b) Copper
Question: Which of the following metals is used in the construction of bridges and buildings due to its high strength?
a) Silver
b) Gold
c) Iron
d) Lead
Answer: c) Iron
Question: Which non-metal is used in the purification of water?
a) Oxygen
b) Carbon
c) Nitrogen
d) Hydrogen
Answer: b) Carbon
