Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Bricks, Beads and Bones

Question:

Omani copper and Harappan artefacts made of copper contain which of the following metals due to which it seems that they have a common origin?

Options:

Iron

Zinc

Gold

Nickel

Correct Answer:

Nickel

Explanation:

Recent archaeological findings suggest that copper was likely brought from Oman, as chemical analyses revealed similarities between Omani copper and Harappan artifacts, both containing traces of nickel. Harappan jars coated with black clay, found in Omani sites, could have been used for trade and exchange with Oman.