At STP, which element is melleable and a good conductor of electricity? A- xenon B- silicon C- platinum D- hydrogen

Respuesta :

C- Platinum because it is a metal and a good conductor of heat like gold or any other metal!

Answer:

C - Platinum

Explanation:

Let's define the terms in the questions

STP: This means standard temperature and pressure. These are standard conditions that are ideal to measure the results of an experiment

Malleable: It means soft and easily moldable

Let’s look at the options one by one

Xenon: It’s a noble gas. Since it is a noble gas, it does not conduct electricity. So this option is incorrect

Silicon: Although Silicon is a semi-conductor, it’s hard and brittle. So, this is incorrect too

Platinum: Platinum is a shiny soft metal. Since its a metal, it is also a good conductor of heat and electricity.

Hydrogen: Hydrogen exist in form of gas at STP. Also, it is not a good conductor of heat and electricity. So, this is wrong as well.  

Therefore, our correct answer is C i.e. Platinum.