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Metals in the middle of the activity series (like iron, zinc, lead, copper) are usually present in nature as

Question
Metals in the middle of the activity series (like iron, zinc, lead, copper) are usually present in nature as
Free elements
Sulphides or carbonates
Pure oxides only
Gases
Answer
Sulphides or carbonates
Detailed Explanation
These moderately reactive metals are usually found in nature as sulphide or carbonate ores.
Metals, in their pure state, generally have Science · Metals and Non-metals The shining nature of a freshly cut metal surface is called Science · Metals and Non-metals The ability of metals to be beaten into thin sheets is called Science · Metals and Non-metals The most malleable metals, according to the chapter, are Science · Metals and Non-metals

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