Which of the following is not a metal?
(a) copper (c) aluminium
(b) sulphur (d) iron
The correct answer is (b) sulphur.
Explanation: Sulphur is a non-metal, while copper, aluminium, and iron are all metals.
Key points:
Metals: Usually have good electrical and thermal conductivity, are ductile and malleable.
Non-metals: Often brittle and poor conductors of electricity and heat.