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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 37

SSC GD Constable (English) - 30 Jan 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q37

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Which among the following pairs of ore-metal is incorrect?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Cinnabar - Nickel

  • Cinnabar is an ore of Mercury (Hg). Cinnabar is an ore of Mercury (Hg) with chemical formula HgS.
  • Cinnabar is a source of brilliant red pigment, called Vermilion.
  • It consists of mercury sulphide and is bright scarlet to brick red in colour.
  • Cinnabar is a mineral that is the primary source of mercury, while nickel is a metallic element.