SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 30

SSC GD Constable (English) - 12 Feb 2019 Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q30

Which of the following is NOT an amalgam?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

Silver is not an amalgam. An amalgam is an alloy in which mercury is a primary component, typically used in dental fillings or other specific applications. Solder, bronze, and brass, on the other hand, are alloys made from different metals. Solder usually consists of tin and lead, bronze is a combination of copper and tin, and brass is made from copper and zinc. Silver, however, is a pure metal and does not form an amalgam with mercury.