SSC CPO 2019 PYQ — Question 57

SSC CPO Tier I - 13th December 2019 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q57

Potassium is a chemical element with the symbol:

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct option is option 2 i.e. K.

Potassium Potassium is a chemical element with the symbol K (from Neo-Latin kalium) and atomic number 19.
  Potassium is a mineral and an electrolyte. It helps your muscles work, including the muscles that control your heartbeat and breathing. Potassium comes from the food you eat. 
  Your body uses the potassium it needs. The extra potassium that your body does not need is removed from your blood by your kidneys.