4x Which of the following statements describes a chemical property of most metals.

Metals have high melting and boiling points.
1x
B
Very few metals are combustible.

C
Most metals are lustrous.

D All metals, excluding mercury, are solid at room temperature.

1 answer

The statement that describes a chemical property of most metals is:

B Very few metals are combustible.

Here's a brief explanation of the options:

  • A Metals generally have high melting and boiling points, which is a physical property rather than a chemical property.
  • B Combustibility is a chemical property, and indeed, most metals do not easily combust.
  • C Lustrous appearance is also a physical property, referring to the sheen or shine of metals.
  • D While most metals are solid at room temperature, this is another physical property.

Thus, option B accurately describes a chemical property of most metals.