Physical Property of Non-Metal - Hardness


 
 
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Physical Property of Non-Metal - Hardness

 Hardness

Hardness is defined as the property of material to resist deformation.

Hardness of Non- metals

Non- metals are generally soft (eg: phosphorus and sulphur). Diamond is an exception. It is the hardest substance known. They can be easily broken. Their tensile strength is low.

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Question : 1

The non-metal which is hard is _______

Right Option : D
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Question : 2

Which of the following are correct :

(a) Most of the Solid Non-Metals are Quite Soft.

(b) Diamond is the hardest natural substance known.

 

Right Option : C
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Question : 3

Sulphur and phosphorus are soft non-metals which can be easily cut into pieces with a knife are the example of ______________________ 

Right Option : A
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