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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Inorganic: D and F Block Elements

Question:

Mischmetal is

Options:

an alloy of Al

a mixture of chromium and PbCrO4

an alloy of lanthanoid metals

an alloy of copper

Correct Answer:

an alloy of lanthanoid metals

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 3. an alloy of lanthanoid metals.

Mischmetal is a rare-earth alloy that consists of about 50% cerium, 25% lanthanum, 15% neodymium, and 10% other rare-earth metals. It is also known as cerium mischmetal or rare-earth mischmetal.

Mischmetal is a hard, silvery-white metal that is used in a variety of applications, including lighter flints, spark plugs, and magnets.

The other options are incorrect.

Option (1): Mischmetal is not an alloy of aluminum.

Option (2): Mischmetal is not a mixture of chromium and PbCrO4.

Option (4): Mischmetal is not an alloy of copper.