SSC CPO 2022 PYQ — Question 87

SSC CPO - 10 Nov 2022 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q87

Which chemical element with atomic number is 31?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Gallium.

The chemical element with atomic number 31 is Gallium (Ga). Gallium is a soft, silvery metal in the periodic table and belongs to group 13. It has unique properties such as a low melting point (just above room temperature), which allows it to melt in your hand. Gallium is used in electronics, LED technology, and as a component in various alloys. It was discovered in 1875 by the French chemist Paul-Émile Lecoq de Boisbaudran.