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Download Solution PDFWhich s-block element is a silvery- metal that is used in an alloy with copper or nickel to make gyroscopes, springs, electrical contacts, spot-welding electrodes, and non-sparking equipment?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
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Download Solution PDF- The s-block element that is a silvery- metal and is used in an alloy with copper or nickel to make various equipment is Beryllium.
- Beryllium is a lightweight and strong metal that is widely used in aerospace, defense, and nuclear industries.
- It has a high melting point, good thermal conductivity, and is also a good electrical conductor.
- Atomic number of Beryllium is - 4.
Additional Information
- Rubidium is a soft, silvery- metal that is highly reactive.
- It is used in atomic clocks and as a catalyst in certain chemical reactions.
- Francium is a highly radioactive and unstable element.
- It is extremely rare and has no practical applications.
- Caesium is a soft, silvery-golden metal that is also highly reactive.
- It is used in atomic clocks, drilling fluids, and in the treatment of cancer.
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