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Question
Name one metal and one non-metal that exist in liquid state at room temperature. Also name two metals having melting point less than 310 K (37°C)
Solution
- Metal that exists in a liquid state at room temperature - mercury.
- Non-metal that exists in a liquid state at room temperature - bromine
Two metals that have a melting point less than 310 K are:
Mercury - 234.32 K
Gallium - 302.91 K
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