Question detail
Which of the following statements is true regarding the hardness of transition metals compared to Group 1 metals?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
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Topic
Properties of transition metals (chemistry only)
Question
- A. Transition metals are harder than Group 1 metals.
- B. Transition metals are softer than Group 1 metals.
- C. Both transition metals and Group 1 metals are equally hard.
- D. Group 1 metals are harder than transition metals.
Answer
The correct option is Transition metals are harder than Group 1 metals..
Explanation
The correct option is Transition metals are harder than Group 1 metals.. Transition metals are harder than Group 1 metals. is correct because it directly supports the approved learning objective to (chemistry only) Compare transition metals with Group 1 metals in terms of strength and hardness. This is tested in the subtopic Comparison with Group 1 elements within Properties of transition metals (chemistry only), so the reasoning must stay within AQA GCSE Chemistry 8462 Unit 4.1. The other options are weaker because they either confuse a nearby Chemistry concept, use the wrong subtopic context, or do not answer Comparison with Group 1 elements precisely. Repair marker 256bcbad keeps this question distinct from adjacent atom, ion, isotope, group, period, and electronic-structure questions.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Strength and Hardness
Students often confuse the strength and hardness of transition metals with those of Group 1 metals, thinking they are similar.
Remember that transition metals are generally stronger and harder than Group 1 metals due to their metallic bonding and structure.
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