Questions and Answers
What is the primary source of metals found on Earth?
The major source of metals is the earth's crust.
Which metals are commonly found in seawater?
Metals like sodium (Na) and potassium (K) are found in seawater.
How are some metals found in seawater?
Some metals are present in seawater in the form of their soluble salts.
Are metals found only in the earth's crust?
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What forms can metals be found in within the earth's crust?
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Study Notes
Metals and Their Sources
- The Earth's crust is the primary source of metals, occurring in both free and combined states.
- Metals like sodium (Na) and potassium (K) are significant due to their soluble salts.
- Seawater contains these soluble salts, making ocean water another source of certain metals.
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Description
This quiz explores the origins and sources of metals found in the Earth's crust and seawater. It focuses on soluble salts of metals like sodium and potassium, highlighting their availability and significance in nature. Test your knowledge on this fundamental topic in chemistry!
