Which of these statements is NOT true?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Carnelian is a beautiful reddish stone.
In the given paragraph, it is written that: "The variety of materials used to make beads is remarkable: stones like carnelian (of a beautiful red colour), jasper, crystal, quartz and steatite; metals like copper, bronze and gold; and shell, faience and terracotta or burnt clay."
Upon perusal of the above statement, it can be concluded that Carnelian is a red-coloured stone.
Hence, the correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Carnelian is a beautiful reddish stone.